Ciena

Senior Optical Engineer

Ciena$94K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline with 4+ years in technology-driven product development
  • Experience in high-speed integrated photonic components and optical design
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
  • Proactive problem-solving capabilities and innovative mindset
  • Effective communication skills for solutions-oriented discussions

Responsibilities

  • Develop a deep understanding of integrated photonic components for innovative optical architectures
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define functional specifications
  • Plan experiments to meet critical design parameters and optimize resources
  • Document progress and communicate potential issues affecting product functionality
  • Lead design reviews and ensure proper documentation
  • Perform Design Validation Testing (DVT) on prototypes and products
  • Coordinate with external groups for successful design transfer to production

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(K) with company matching (USA) & DCPP (Canada)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Generous paid time off including holidays, sick leave, and vacation
  • Commitment to diversity and a respectful work environment
Full Job Description

Reporting totheDirectorof Component Design, you will be a key member of theHigh Speed0Photonic Components (HSPC) team. Specifically, you willbe responsible forthe design of various photonic components under development within the HSPC group. This will include optical modeling of the components, defining specifications in collaboration with the modem team, planning experimental designs, and analyzing the results of these plans tovalidateandoptimizethe design to meet performance requirements. In this role, you will interact closely with other members of the HSPC group and with other internal R&D teams. Thiscutting-edgeenvironment, focused on designing the world's highest-performing optical products, will motivate you and keep you at the forefront of your field.

How You Will Contribute:

  • Develop a deep understanding of Ciena's integrated photonic components to design innovative new optical architectures

  • Collaborate with the test, RF design, and chip design teams to define functional specifications

  • Plan experiments to ensure all critical design parameters are met, while optimizing resourceutilizationand test efficiency

  • Track, document, and communicate progress andidentifypotential issues that could affect product functionality or target timelines

  • Participate in and lead design reviews, ensuring documentation and follow-up

  • Perform Design Validation Testing (DVT) on prototypes and final products to ensure the design achieves target performance and deliver results to the internal customer;

  • Interact with other external groups (NPI and operations groups) to transfer the developed design to a production environment.

The Must Haves:

  • Bachelor27s degree in engineering or a related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of experience in technology-oriented product development.

  • Knowledge or experience in high-speed integrated photonic components, measurement of photonic components, and optical design.

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment driven by product development schedules.

  • Proactive decision-making and problem-solving capabilities with a keen sense of initiative and innovation.

  • Effective communication skills, with a focus on synthesis and solutions-oriented dialogue.

Assets:

  • Master27s degree or higher in engineering or related discipline.

  • Familiarity with design validation testing (DVT) and statistical analysis.

  • Experience with thermo-mechanical stresses optimization and IC assembly processes.

  • Knowledge of finite element analysis tools such as ANSYS.

The annual salary range for this position is $94,100 - $150,300 CAD.

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. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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.

About Ciena

Ciena Corporation is a global supplier of telecommunications networking equipment, software, and services. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Hanover, Maryland. Ciena's products include optical transport and switching systems, software, and services that support the transport, switching, aggregation, and management of voice, video, and data traffic. Ciena serves customers in the telecommunications industry, including telecommunications service providers, cable operators, governments, and enterprises. The company has approximately 7,000 employees worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries.
Learn more about Ciena
Size
7,241 employees
Market Cap
$7.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$354.3 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+5.3%
Revenue
$3.4 billion
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