DWDM modules
ROADMs (Reconfigurable Optical Add-Drop Multiplexers)
Wavelength-selective switches
Optical amplifiers
Laser and photodetector-based subsystems
Analyze system performance and support optical design trade-off studies.
Collaborate with component suppliers and technology partners to evaluate emerging optical technologies.
Hardware Design
Design and develop electronic circuits for laser, photodetector, and optical subsystem control.
Implement and optimize analog and digital control algorithms.
Contribute to mixed-signal hardware development and troubleshooting activities.
Provide PCB layout guidance and participate in schematic, layout, and design reviews.
Support hardware integration, verification, and product qualification activities.
Test, Validation, and Automation
Perform hands-on laboratory testing, characterization, and validation of optical components and subsystems.
Develop software tools and automation solutions for
Instrument control
Data acquisition
Test monitoring
Performance characterization
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to identify performance trends and opportunities for improvement.
Develop and execute qualification and reliability test plans.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with optical, electrical, mechanical, firmware, software, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams.
Drive technical solutions that balance performance, packaging, interface, reliability, and cost requirements.
Participate in design reviews and support root-cause analysis and corrective actions when necessary.
Create and maintain high-quality engineering documentation, reports, specifications, and test procedures.
Required Qualifications
Education
BS in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
MS degree is preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering experience in one or more of the following areas:
Optical communications
Test and measurement systems
Hardware development
Mixed-signal electronics
Photonics or related technologies
Technical Skills
Understanding of optical communication systems and optical networking technologies.
Experience with test equipment and laboratory measurement techniques.
Knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
Experience with mixed-signal circuit design and debugging.
Familiarity with laser and photodetector control systems.
Ability to analyze technical data and solve complex engineering problems.
Software Skills
Experience with one or more of the following is desirable
Visual Basic
Microsoft Excel automation
LabVIEW
C++
Test automation and data acquisition software development
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with DWDM transmission systems.
Knowledge of ROADMs, wavelength-selective switching technologies, and optical amplifiers.
Familiarity with analog servo-loop control systems.
Experience supporting products through the complete development lifecycle from concept through production.
Knowledge of optical component reliability and qualification requirements.
Familiarity with industry standards including
Telcordia
IEC
ITU
Experience working with external vendors and technology suppliers.
