About this role
Staff Optical Firmware Integration Engineer
Your responsibilities
- Technical leadership in validation of Optical Coherent Pluggable firmware features and interoperability
- Working with scrum team, developing and execute test strategies for CMIS-compliant modules, conduct manual/auto testing for project use cases and investigate customer-related issues in the lab. Enhance existing Python scripts and design new test cases to meet project requirements.
- Automate testing processes on the PACE test platform using Python fluently involving repo, frameworks, non-trivial scripts. Analyze test reports to allocate firmware bug responsibilities effectively.
- Provide reliable on-site support for the optical Firmware System Integration Test (SIT) Ottawa lab, including setup of test equipment and optical components, 3+days/week is required in our office/lab
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline testing workflows and improve efficiency.
- Stay updated on industry trends and technologies relevant to optical firmware testing.
- Document test procedures and results for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Your skills and experience
- Desired Experience:
- Strong understanding of Optical Coherent technologies (400G/800G ZR/ZR+), and solid experience in Firmware Validation of Optical Coherent Modules (ZR/ZR+, DWDM, CMIS-based pluggable)
- Proficient in Python programming, knowledge of Python automation and test frameworks
- Experience with data center networking or telecom systems
- hands-on experience on traffic generators, optical test equipment, and log analysis
- Typically 7+ years directly related experience and a graduate equivalent degree
- Nice to have: Knowledge of Infinera/Nokia Coherent Pluggables
At Nokia, we want every candidate to be able to perform their best. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know. All requests are treated confidentially.
- Salary Range CAD 126,000 - CAD 175,000 Plus potential/variable compensation for eligible roles
- Posting Date 09/02/2026, 08:05 PM
- Degree Level Bachelor’s degree
- Job Schedule Full time
- Job Type Experienced
- Job Identification 40164
- Will NSA/CAPS approval be required? No
- Role Type Individual contributor
- Laptop - support with ordering needed Yes
- Locations 600 March Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K2K 2E6, CA (Onsite)
- Regular or Temporary Regular