Ciena
Optical Design Engineer
Ottawa · Mid
Sponsorship not specified$94k-$150kDetected 30 days ago
PythonMATLABData AnalysisProduct ManagementElectrical EngineeringResearchProblem Solving
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About the role
- As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach.
- Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging.
- The is an in-person position based out of our Ottawa, ON campus and plays a key role in product reliability, lifecycle management, and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Design, characterize, and test hardware to improve reliability, reduce cost, and mitigate component obsolescence issues throughout the product lifecycle.
- Interface with global manufacturing facilities to maintain product yield and drive continuous product improvements.
- Plan and execute laboratory experiments to characterize optical components, transceiver modules, and engineering design changes.
- Develop and deliver optical test and screening methodologies that optimize product yield and verify long-term reliability.
- Analyze optical, electrical, and environmental test data to validate performance, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
Requirements
- Experience with laboratory test equipment automation and/or scripting using Python, MATLAB, Tcl, or similar tools.
Compensation
- The annual salary range for this position is $94,100 - $150,300.
- 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.
Company info
- Comfortable providing verbal and written technical updates to team members, senior management, and external customers.
Equal opportunity
- If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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