Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact. Ciena may well be the most important technology company you’ve never heard of. The innovations that wow us (driverless cars), and those we now take for granted (the ability to mobile-stream your favorite show) are the products of ingenuity from some brilliant and forward-thinking companies. But those companies rely on Ciena, another vanguard of innovation, to create and advance the underlying networks that bring their breakthroughs to our doorsteps. VR, AI, IOT, 5G … literally none of it would be possible without the mind-boggling technology that makes the internet itself work. For more than 25 years, Ciena has been the global leader in networking strategy, and our technology has been part of the critical infrastructure running within the most advanced companies in the world. What You'll Do: Shape the Future of Optical Technology As an Optical Components Test Engineer, you will be instrumental in developing and supporting the critical tests and automation that ensure the quality and performance of Ciena's cutting-edge optical components. You'll be at the heart of innovation, working with both hardware and software to bring these essential technologies to life. Here's a glimpse of your impact: Optimize and Automate: Validate and enhance existing test stations, documenting best practices and automating processes to improve efficiency. Drive Innovation: Provide technical insights for test instrument selection and station design. Improve Performance: Lead continuous improvement initiatives to boost product yields, reduce test times, and minimize costs. Solve Complex Challenges: Develop and refine fault isolation and troubleshooting tools for both engineers and operators. Scale for Success: Support production scaling, qualification activities, and ensure smooth manufacturing processes. Analyze and Improve: Conduct failure analysis, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to ensure product excellence. Collaborate Globally: Support our contract manufacturing partners to test prototype, pre-production, and production runs. Desired Characteristics: Team player who can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams around the world Must be reliable and able to work in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated, well-organized, and willingness to learn Assertiveness to drive our contract manufacturer engineers/technicians Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent English (Bilingual: English/French is desirable) Required Skills: BS or MS degree Physics, Electronics/Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Science MATLAB experience, C# and/or python experience is an asset. Experience using test instruments such as VOA, Optical Power Meter, OSA, Polarization Controller, PNA, etc. Database, data analysis tool expertise Assets: Open to travelling to Asia Some prior optical test experience, fiber optics preferred. Technical understanding of InP and SiPhot optical components testing and manufacturing processes Pay Range: The salary range for this role in Canada is $62, 700 - $123, 100 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox. 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. Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require. 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