Lead Optical Verification & Design Engineer

NOKIA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in San Jose is seeking a Staff Optical Design Verification Test (ODVT) Engineer to lead the testing and validation of next-generation optical products. The ideal candidate will have a MS or PhD in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in coherent optical communication. Duties include developing test plans, analyzing data, and mentoring junior engineers. The position offers an excellent opportunity to drive innovative solutions in optical networking, with a focus on enhancing product reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in coherent optical communication.
• Proven understanding of optical transmission systems and their impairments.
• Hands-on experience with high-speed coherent optical transceivers.

Responsibilities

• Translate system requirements into detailed line card architecture.
• Lead technical investigations and mentor junior engineers.
• Verify and enhance optical performance, ensuring all requirements are met.

Skills

Coherent optical communication

Digital signal processing

Python scripting

Problem-solving

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

MS or PhD in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics

Tools

Optical spectrum analyzers

Real-time oscilloscopes

Wave analyzers

Git

Job description

A leading technology company in San Jose is seeking a Staff Optical Design Verification Test (ODVT) Engineer to lead the testing and validation of next-generation optical products. The ideal candidate will have a MS or PhD in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in coherent optical communication. Duties include developing test plans, analyzing data, and mentoring junior engineers. The position offers an excellent opportunity to drive innovative solutions in optical networking, with a focus on enhancing product reliability and performance.