Pluggable Optical Modem Test Engineer

Ciena • Ottawa, ON

30d

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. Ciena est à la recherche d’un(e) ingénieur(e) en essais de modems optiques enfichables afin de contribuer à la livraison de solutions de modems optiques de haute qualité et à haut rendement qui rendent possibles les réseaux de prochaine génération. This role plays a critical part in validating product performance, improving test methodologies, and collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, and vendor partners to ensure reliable delivery of advanced optical technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with optical measurements and optical test instrumentation.
• Proven experience developing automated test suites for hardware modules using object‑oriented programming principles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a structured and methodical approach to debugging.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing or analyzing test solutions using MATLAB.
• Exposure to test process transfer and support within a contract manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with basic project management concepts in an engineering or test setting.
• Knowledge of vendor management best practices in a technical or engineering context.
• Experience contributing to continuous improvement or test methodology optimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans for pluggable optical modems, with a strong focus on optical calibration and validation test suites.
• Partner closely with hardware design engineers to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues, ensuring robust product functionality and reliability.
• Lead evaluation and selection of test instrumentation, balancing performance, cost, and long‑term reliability.
• Collaborate with external instrument vendors to interpret specifications, address technical challenges, and optimize test solutions.
• Support manufacturing readiness by transferring test processes and troubleshooting knowledge to contract manufacturing partners.
• Document test procedures, results, and findings with clarity and precision to support cross‑functional teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance test coverage, automation, and overall efficiency.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees