Architecte logiciel – systèmes optiques (poste basé à Ottawa) / Optical Systems Software Architect (Ottawa based role)

Syntronic•Montreal, QC

53d•$120,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Syntronic, we don't just follow industry trendsâwe set them! Join us in partnering with visionary companies and the brightest minds to turn ground-breaking ideas into reality. Imagine working on cutting-edge telecom advancements, pioneering automotive tech, life-saving healthcare innovations, and next-gen industrial automation. Our projects are diverse, impactful, and at the forefront of technological innovation. Be a part of something extraordinary! Syntronic is a global design and development leader specializing in electronics, electro-mechanics, and software. Weâre not just a company; weâre a community of innovators. Our teams work on projects that define the futureâfrom creating state-of-the-art communication systems and autonomous vehicles to advancing IoT solutions that revolutionize everyday life. At Syntronic, your work will make a real difference. We are seeking an Optical Systems Software Architect to define the software architecture and control strategy for next-generation DWDM optical transport systems. In this role, you will translate complex photonic system behavior into scalable, software-driven architectures. You will work across systems, software, and hardware teams to ensure robust, high-performance control of optical line systems in carrier-grade networks. This role is full-time on-site in Ottawa and will require relocation to Ottawa.

Requirements

Strong background in software/system architecture for telecom or embedded systems
Experience working with or modeling optical transport systems (DWDM, ROADMs, transponders)
Understanding of Layer 0 (physical optical layer) concepts: optical power, wavelength control, signal propagation
Experience defining or implementing control loops and system-level algorithms
Familiarity with distributed systems or embedded software architectures
Experience translating complex physical or hardware behavior into software abstractions and models
Knowledge of telecom management domains: fault, performance, and configuration management
Familiarity with network data models and interfaces (YANG, OpenConfig, TAPI, etc.)
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across software, hardware, and systems teams
Excellent communication and ability to drive technical alignment

Nice To Haves

Experience architecting software for photonic or optical control systems
Background in control theory, signal processing, or system modeling
Experience with large-scale optical deployments or carrier-grade systems
Familiarity with AI/ML approaches for optical performance optimization
Proven technical leadership across multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Responsibilities

Define software architecture for Layer 0 control and management of optical transport systems (DWDM, ROADMs, line systems)
Translate optical system requirements into software specifications, control models, and algorithms
Define system behavior for optical power control, wavelength stability, and signal integrity
Architect software-driven control loops for managing photonic components (lasers, VOAs, amplifiers, modulators)
Collaborate with optical design teams to model and abstract physical-layer behavior into software systems
Work closely with embedded/software teams to guide implementation and ensure architectural alignment
Define interfaces for system control and observability (telemetry, alarms, performance monitoring)
Contribute to fault, performance, and configuration management at Layer 0
Support definition of protection and restoration strategies from a system behavior perspective
Evaluate trade-offs between performance, scalability, cost, and operational complexity
Drive alignment with industry standards (ITU-T, OpenROADM, OpenConfig, GMPLS)
Produce clear architecture documentation, system models, and technical specifications
Participate in cross-functional design reviews and technical decision-making