In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise
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Responsibilities- Design test plans and algorithms of PIC/subassembly performance validation tests
- Develop, implement, and document test hardware and software solutions supporting new device characterization
- Development of fully automated production level test solutions, including motion/vision control HW and SW
- Extensive test station qualification work, including Gage RR and statistical process control (SPC)
- Thorough documentation of all test solutions and communication to other teams
- Tracking of schedules and milestones for test development projects
- Fundamental understanding of active and passive semiconductor optoelectronic device characteristics (e.g. semiconductor lasers/amplifiers, photo diodes, modulators, waveguides)
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor electrical and optical characterization techniques (e.g. diode characterization, laser threshold, spectral measurements, optical power measurements)
- Programming experience in Matlab, C, C++, Python, LabVIEW, VB.net or similar for automation of instrument control and data acquisition
- Software development skills and strong drive for test automation and data analysis
- Ability to build, maintain and troubleshoot complex test hardware and software in a cross-functional environment
- Experience with a production level test environment (including Gage RR, SPC, tool qualification) is a plus.
- Experience with database tools like JMP, SQL is a plus.
- Attention to detail and willingness to produce detailed documentation
- Ability to work within a team environment, clearly and concise communication inside and outside the Test team
Education / Experience
PhD. in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of applicable graduate-level and/or industrial experience in optical communications or photonics, or Master’s degree with 3+ years of applicable industry experience.
About UsNokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
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- Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
- Health and dental benefits
- Short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
- Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
- Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Assistance Plan
- Adoption assistance
- Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
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