5+ years of experience in system verification within telecommunications or networking environments.
Hands-on experience with DWDM optical networking systems and related Layer 0 / Layer 1 technologies.
Strong Python scripting skills for developing automated test solutions.
Experience testing embedded Linux-based systems and network management interfaces.
Familiarity with network protocols like TCP/IP, Ethernet, and SNMP.
Knowledge of optical networking components such as EDFA and OTDR.
Experience with CI/CD and test automation tools like Jenkins or GitLab.
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Responsibilities
Design and execute comprehensive system verification strategies for DWDM optical networking products.
Develop automated test frameworks and scripts using Python for continuous integration.
Perform end-to-end verification of optical transmission systems, focusing on performance and signal integrity.
Validate optical provisioning and management interfaces using various network protocols.
Test optical performance parameters including BER and optical power.
Collaborate with engineering teams to review requirements and improve product quality.
Establish verification methodologies and best practices as the team expands.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers.
Benefits
Full-time, permanent employment in a growing team.
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge DWDM optical networking technology.
Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
Potential for professional development and mentorship opportunities.
Involvement in establishing best practices and methodologies.
Full Job Description
Location: Ottawa, ON Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
What You'll Be Doing
Design and execute comprehensive system verification strategies for DWDM optical networking products, covering functional, performance, and reliability testing.
Develop automated test frameworks and scripts using Python, supporting continuous integration and regression testing.
Perform end-to-end verification of optical transmission systems, including Layer 0 and Layer 1 performance, signal integrity, and network resilience.
Validate optical provisioning, alarms, telemetry, software upgrades, and management interfaces using CLI, gRPC, and other network management protocols.
Test optical performance parameters including BER, Q-factor, OSNR, optical power, and spectrum characteristics.
Collaborate with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams to review requirements, identify issues, and improve product quality.
Help establish verification methodologies, test infrastructure, and engineering best practices as the Ottawa team expands.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers, contributing to the development of a strong local engineering team.
What We're Looking For
5+ years of experience in system verification, integration, or validation within telecommunications or networking environments.
Hands-on experience with DWDM optical networking systems, optical transport equipment, or related Layer 0 / Layer 1 technologies.
Strong Python scripting skills and experience developing automated test solutions.
Experience testing embedded Linux-based systems and network management interfaces.
Familiarity with network protocols and management technologies such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, OTN, NETCONF/YANG, CLI, or SNMP.
Knowledge of optical networking components and technologies such as EDFA, WSS, OCM, and OTDR.
Experience with CI/CD and test automation tools such as Jenkins or GitLab.
A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable
Experience with high-speed optical transponders and 100G, 400G, or 800G optical modules.
Hands-on laboratory experience using optical spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other optical test equipment.
Experience establishing verification processes, leading technical initiatives, or mentoring engineers.
Exposure to optical network protection switching, failure recovery, and performance benchmarking.
