Senior QA Engineer - Network Hardware

• Does this position require a security clearance? No
• Years 3 to 5+ years
• Additional Info Visa / work permit sponsorship is not available for this position
• Applicants are required to read, write, and speak the following languages English

This is a technical role, perfect for an individual with a strong technical background in optical transceiver testing and a passion for driving quality across the product development lifecycle. You will play a key role in shaping testing processes, optimizing workflows, and mentoring junior engineers in a fully remote environment.

Design, develop, troubleshoot and debug software programs for databases, applications, tools, networks etc.

• QA Strategy & Process Optimization:
  • Define and implement best practices, test strategies, and methodologies for optical transceiver testing, ensuring they align with industry standards and customer requirements.
  • Continuously improve testing processes to enhance efficiency, scalability, and test coverage.
  • Drive automation initiatives to streamline repetitive testing tasks, including the development and maintenance of automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Testing & Validation:
  • Lead the development of comprehensive test plans for optical transceivers, ensuring rigorous testing of electrical, optical, and environmental parameters.
  • Oversee performance validation against industry standards (e.g., IEEE, MSA) and custom specifications for products such as 10G, 40G, 100G, 400G, 800G, and beyond.
  • Lead failure analysis and root cause investigations, collaborating with engineering teams to implement corrective actions and product improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate closely with R&D, product development, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of testing activities within the product lifecycle.
  • Provide critical feedback to design and development teams, influencing product design and helping ensure testability and reliability of new products.
  • Partner with product management to understand customer needs and ensure that testing covers all relevant use cases.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  • Lead the creation and maintenance of detailed, clear, and concise test documentation, including test plans, reports, and defect logs.
  • Regularly report on testing progress, key metrics, and risks to senior management and cross-functional teams.
  • Provide recommendations for improving product quality based on test results and industry trends.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends, standards, and technologies in optical transceiver testing.
• Champion a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the Hardware QA team and across the organization.
• Lead and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives, ensuring the team stays current on best practices and new tools.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in optical transceiver testing, quality assurance, or related roles, with at least 2 years in a lead or management capacity.
  • Extensive hands‑on experience with optical test equipment (e.g., OSA, BERT, optical power meters) and high‑speed data transmission protocols (10G, 40G, 100G, 400G, 800G).
  • Proven track record of leading and mentoring technical teams in a remote or distributed environment.
  • Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Python) and familiarity with test automation frameworks.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • In‑depth understanding of optical transceiver technologies (SFP, QSFP, QSFP‑DD, OSFP) and industry standards (IEEE, MSA, ROHS, CE, UL).
  • Solid knowledge of fiber optic cabling, network architecture, and telecom protocols.
  • Expertise in performance validation, signal integrity, and stress testing of optical components.
  • Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and defect tracking (Excel, JIRA, or similar tools).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working with cross‑functional teams in an agile environment.
• Familiarity with telecom/networking industry certifications and testing protocols.
• Expertise in leading efforts for test automation and continuous integration of optical…