Photonics Technical Prime
Ciena•Ottawa, ON
•CA$91,800 - CA$146,600•Onsite
About The Position
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. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Security, Computer, or Electronics).
- 5–10 years of SYS/RLS LCM/Failure Analysis experience in electronics, Contract Manufacturers, or test engineering.
- Strong technical background in testing, debugging, and validating telecom hardware.
- Hands-on experience with software development using C#, TestStand, Python, and LUA.
- Expertise in laboratory environments, test equipment, and interpreting PCB schematics and layouts.
- Experience working with Contract Manufacturers (e.g., Sanmina, Celestica, Flex, USI, Jabil).
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Ciena Optical Modem products.
- Familiarity with Electro‑Optics Secure product development and testing.
- Experience implementing test systems aligned with security standards and protocols.
- Curiosity and willingness to experiment with emerging technologies.
- Additional language skills such as Spanish or Thai.
- Ability to travel internationally as needed.
- Strong organizational skills and the assertiveness required to guide engineering partners.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Ottawa-base 6500 Reconfigurable Line System (RLS) location and oversee activities across additional global sites.
- Drive development, enhancement, and troubleshooting of automated test systems supporting modem and photonics production.
- Guide test strategy through Design for Testability input, cross-functional collaboration, and prototype validation.
- Strengthen manufacturing readiness by supporting Contract Manufacturers and internal teams with robust test processes and tooling.
- Optimize and scale test methodologies to improve efficiency, adaptability, and throughput.
- Build and integrate tools and interfaces into Ciena’s broader manufacturing ecosystem, including data flows and production systems.
- Advance adoption of new technologies to evolve and modernize test operations.
Benefits
- 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
- vacation time
- Paid Family Leave
- other leaves of absence
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
