Optical Components Test Engineer Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

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.

Optical Components Test Engineering plays a critical role in enabling reliable, high‑volume manufacturing of Ciena’s optical component technologies. This position partners closely with Research and Development (R&D), manufacturing partners, and cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, automated test solutions that support both sustaining products and new product introduction (NPI). The role offers the opportunity to directly influence product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction through data‑driven test engineering excellence.

How you will make an impact:

Support volume manufacturing by debugging, maintaining, and enhancing automated test systems for optical components

Drive capital efficiency through test time reduction, yield improvement, and optimization of test strategies

Enhance fault isolation and troubleshooting capabilities to improve manufacturing and field issue resolution

Support failure analysis, root cause identification, and corrective action implementation for components, sub‑systems, and field returns

Enable successful new product introduction through testing of prototype, pre‑production, and pilot builds at manufacturing partners

Lead test system replication, transfer, bring‑up, and ongoing support at partner manufacturing sites

The must haves:

5+ years of experience developing automated test systems and software for production environments

Demonstrated expertise in optical or high‑speed electronic test system development

Expert‑level programming skills for automated test environments (ATE)

Strong understanding of optical component testing and manufacturing processes

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional and external partner teams

Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills with a clear sense of accountability

Nice to haves:

Hands‑on experience with MATLAB and National Instruments test tools

Extensive test equipment control and automation experience

Background supporting test activities across global manufacturing partners

Experience driving yield improvement initiatives using data analytics

Exposure to failure analysis of optical components and sub‑systems

Pay Range:

The annual pay range for this position is $94, 100 - $150, 300

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.

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.

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