Optical Communications Engineer

2 giorni fa

Romano di Lombardia, Lombardy, Italia IC Resources Tempo pieno

My client is looking for an Optical Communications Systems Engineer, focused on validation and characterisation of next-generation, optical communication products. As an Optical Communications Engineer, you will cover high-speed modulators, telecom systems, and photonic device performance. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an R&D team, developing advanced telecom technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute test plans to verify functionality, performance and robustness of optical communication products
  • Define and implement system-level validation strategies for telecom and photonic devices
  • Design test methodologies that replicate real-world customer operating conditions
  • Build and configure laboratory test environments representative of telecom systems
  • Characterise high-speed modulators and optical communication hardware throughout development
  • Analyse measurement data, identify performance limitations and perform root-cause investigations
  • Support interoperability, integration and customer validation activities
  • Develop automated test procedures to improve repeatability and efficiency
  • Produce clear technical reports and recommendations based on test results
  • Work closely with design, process and application engineering teams to improve product performance and reliability

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Photonics or a related discipline
  • 3–8 years experience in testing, validation or characterisation of optical or telecom products
  • Experience with optical communication systems, fibre-optic transmission or telecom architectures
  • Strong understanding of system-level performance and device behaviour
  • Experience developing and executing structured validation plans
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation including oscilloscopes and optical measurement equipment
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
  • Experience with Python, or similar tools for automation and data analysis

Desirable

  • Experience with coherent or high-speed communication systems
  • Understanding of modulation techniques and signal integrity concepts
  • Knowledge of transceiver architecture and subsystem interactions
  • Experience with telecom standards and communication protocols
  • Exposure to automated validation frameworks and continuous testing methodologies
  • Experience performing integration and interoperability testing

If you are searching for a position that requires creativity, analytical thinking, and innovation, get in touch with Ella at IC Resources.