Ciena
Principal/Team Lead, Digital Verification Engineer (FEC)
Ottawa · Principal
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About the role
- We're a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration.
- Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
- We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Responsibilities
- Read and understand the FEC architecture and functional requirements specification document(s) and communicate and collaborate with FEC designers, DSP modelers, FEC verifiers, systems engineers and architects.
- Create testbench environments and components, agents, scoreboard, and test scenarios using System Verilog UVM and C++.
- Detail-oriented - Deliver on objectives through meticulous, thorough, and comprehensive work.
- Strong decision-making skills with the ability to analyze complex situations, evaluate options and implement effective solutions to meet deliverables.
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
- At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
- As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era.
- Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being-on and off the job.
- Reporting to the ASIC Senior Manager, you will collaborate with a team of Digital Design Engineers, Verification Engineers, and Architects to simulate and validate functional blocks and subsystems.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in verification.
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering.
- Experience with formal verification methods.
- Proficiency in bug tracking using Jira and source code management and revision tracking using GIT.
Compensation
- The annual salary range for this position in Ottawa is $133,100 - $212,500.
- Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business.
- Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
- Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission.
- In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time.
Benefits
- You will be responsible for developing verification, functional coverage and formal verification test plans.
- Thoroughly validate one or more architectural FEC functional blocks using a combination of simulation, formal, and coverage methods.
- Perform coverage-driven verification, monitor regressions, and debug failures with the support of the function's designer.
Company info
- How You Will Contribute: At Ciena, we are at the forefront of the telecommunications industry, and our Wavelogic modem family of products plays a crucial role in our success.
- At Ciena, we are at the forefront of the telecommunications industry, and our Wavelogic modem family of products plays a crucial role in our success.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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