1 month ago
Ottawa, CanadaStaff+
Responsibilities
- Lead validation of optical coherent pluggable firmware features and interoperability.
- Act as the quality gatekeeper for optical coherent pluggable firmware delivery.
- Develop and execute test strategies for CMIS-compliant coherent modules using manual and automated testing.
- Enhance existing Python scripts and create new test-case scripts and automation.
- Analyze test reports, allocate firmware bugs, and reproduce and investigate customer field issues.
- Provide on-site support for the optical Firmware System Integration Test laboratory in Ottawa, including test equipment and optical component setup.
- Drive AI/ML-enabled testing strategy and process improvements using existing AI toolkits.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline testing workflows and improve efficiency.
- Document test procedures and results for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Requirements
- Typically 6+ years of directly related experience.
- A graduate-equivalent degree.
- Strong understanding of optical coherent technologies, including 400G/800G ZR/ZR+.
- Experience validating firmware for optical coherent modules, including ZR/ZR+, DWDM, and CMIS-based pluggables.
- Proficiency in Python programming and knowledge of Python automation and test frameworks.
- Knowledge of CMIS specifications.
- Deep understanding of optical module hardware/software interfaces, including I2C/I3C, UART, and SGMII.
- Hands-on experience with optical transmitter and receiver characteristics, digital diagnostics, and module optical performance.
- Experience with data center operations.
- Hands-on experience with telecommunications traffic generation, optical test equipment, and log analysis.
- Strong analytical capabilities and extensive hands-on laboratory experience.
- Ability to work on-site in the Ottawa office/lab at least three days per week.
Benefits
- The role requires on-site work in the Ottawa office/lab at least three days per week.
About Infinera
Infinera builds optical networking systems and coherent optical engines, plus automation software and services, for telecom carriers, cloud and data center operators, cable/MSOs, and enterprises. The company designs and manufactures advanced optical semiconductors and pluggable modules for metro, long‑haul, and submarine transport networks. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Infinera is now part of Nokia after operating as a NASDAQ‑listed public company.