Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
- Participate in the software, hardware, and test plan development for calibrating and measuring performance of Infinera’s Digital Coherent Optical (DCO) modules, operating at 400-1200 GBps per wave, based on Photonics Integrated Circuits (PIC)s
- Define and configure required test instrumentation and hardware
- Partner with product team to author, debug, and refine novel, efficient optical calibration sequences
- Co-develop with firmware, DSP teams on feature introduction
- Develop software to fully automate the test execution
- Partner with engineering staff to define and implement detailed testability requirements
- Provide fault isolation and identification capability to the design and manufacturing technical staff
- Help drive end to end test yield improvements and test time reduction efforts
Education / Experience
- BS in science or engineering required, MS or PhD desired (Physics, Optics, Electrical Eng)
- Previous experience in developing test and measurement solutions for electrical and optical components or subsystems is beneficial
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Proficient in writing scalable software a requirement.
- Experience with object-oriented languages required. VB.Net exposure is a plus.
- Familiarity with quadrature amplitude modulation theory is a requirement; modern DSP knowledge including soft decision FEC is helpful.
- Experience with testing and characterizing photonic circuits containing I/Q modulators and demodulators.
- Hands on experience with optical and electrical test and measurement equipment including programmable optical power meters, attenuators, and switches, optical spectrum analyzers, digital multi-meters and oscilloscopes
- Experience with Serdes, electrical RF testing, and FEC operation are all pluses
- Attention to detail and willingness to produce detailed test plan documentation
- Experience with digital and mixed signal IC testing is beneficial
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What We Do
Infinera is revolutionizing telecommunications networks with innovative, industry-leading connectivity solutions. Our offerings include high-end subcomponent technology, systems for network infrastructure, automation software, advanced optical compound semiconductor manufacturing, & professional services. As a global supplier, we empower mobile service providers, internet content providers, cloud operators, submarine operators, governments & enterprises to scale network bandwidth, boost service innovation, and automate network operations. We are committed to continuously expanding and enhancing our world-class offerings to meet the changing needs of more than 1,000 customers in over 100 countries across six continents.
Our connectivity solutions are powered by the world’s best embedded & pluggable optical engines, which are designed, developed & manufactured in Infinera’s U.S.-based optical semiconductor fabrication center and are application-optimized for edge, metro, long-haul, and submarine transport networks. Our agile, open, compact & modular networking platforms enable network operators to rapidly and easily take advantage of best-in-class technology. Our software automation solutions optimize traffic flows and automate workloads to enable network operators to cost-effectively deliver secure bandwidth to their customers where and when needed. With these solutions, our goal is to create a connected world with unlimited bandwidth for everyone – everywhere, always, and instantly.
What Inspires Us?
A connected world with unlimited bandwidth for everyone – everywhere, always & instantly.
What Motivates Us?
Delivering innovative and impactful coherent optical technologies and open optical solutions that unlock new value for our customers.
What Drives Us?
To be a valued investment for our shareholders’ money, our customers’ CapEx and our employees’ time by delivering an unrivaled customer experience from an inclusive culture of innovation for our customers.
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