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Ciena

Photonics RLS Senior Engineer

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Pay: CAD 109,000.00 to 160,000.00
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 10+ years of experience in SYS, Modems, RLS LCM, Failure Analysis, or Test Engineering within electronics or contract manufacturing environments
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 22, 2026

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Original job description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era. We’re a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being - on and off the job. Connect with a career that matters.

As part of Ciena’s Modem and Photonics Lifecycle Management (LCM) organization, this senior engineering role contributes to the development and optimization of test systems supporting next-generation photonics/RLS and modem products. The role advances manufacturing test strategy, strengthens product quality, and enables collaboration across engineering teams, manufacturing partners, and cross-functional stakeholders. Success in this position helps scale automation, efficiency, and production readiness across global operations.

How you will make an impact:

Drive automation initiatives focused on efficiency, business case development, and continuous operational improvement.
Lead RLS LCM topics at the Ottawa location and coordinate performance across multiple global RLS LCM sites.
Develop, enhance, and maintain test automation software, test sequences, and test instructions.
Drive Design for Testability reviews and provide technical guidance throughout the R&D lifecycle.
Partner with NPI, LCM, and Repair teams during prototype builds and validation activities for alpha and beta platforms.
Collaborate with Contract Manufacturers to establish prototype and production-level test processes.
Optimize test methods and integrate test stations into Ciena’s manufacturing ecosystem, including process flows, databases, and automation interfaces.

The must haves:

Master’s degree in Engineering (Security, Computer, or Electronics) OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Security, Computer, or Electronics)
10+ years of experience in SYS, Modems, RLS LCM, Failure Analysis, or Test Engineering within electronics or contract manufacturing environments
Team-based participation within an automation-focused ATE development environment.
Openness to learning automation approaches using open architecture Sequencer Tree, Branch, and Leaf methodologies.
Openness to learning code development methods and cloud automation paired with AI.
Application of telecom product testing and debugging techniques.
Utilization of C#, Python, TestStand, Lua, PCB schematics, laboratory test equipment, and collaboration with Contract Manufacturers including Sanmina, Celestica, Flex, USI, and Jabil.

Nice to haves:

Experience: Experience with electro-optics secure product development and testing.
Application of Ciena optical modem technologies and/or Photonics/RLS technologies, including Ramans and optical switches.
Utilization of security standards, test protocols, and automated test systems.
Curiosity to explore and adopt new technologies to address emerging challenges.

Pay Range:

CAD 109,000.00 to 160,000.00

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.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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Responsibilities

The role involves developing and optimizing test automation software and sequences for next-generation photonics and modem products. You will collaborate with global engineering teams and contract manufacturers to drive manufacturing test strategy and ensure product quality.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering and possess over 10 years of experience in test engineering or related fields. Proficiency in automation tools like C#, Python, and TestStand is required, along with experience in telecom product testing.

Skills

Test automation
C#
Python
TestStand
Lua
PCB schematics
Failure analysis
Telecom product testing
Design for Testability
Photonics
Modem technologies
RLS
NPI
LCM
Laboratory test equipment

Benefits

Medical plan
Dental plan
Vision plan
DCPP
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Employee Assistance Program
Company-paid holidays
Paid sick leave
Vacation time
Paid Family Leave

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Keywords

Photonics
RLS
Modem
Test Engineering
Automation
C#
Python
TestStand
Lua
PCB
Failure Analysis
Telecom
NPI
LCM
Design for Testability
Manufacturing
Electro-optics
Optical switches
Raman
Cloud automation
AI
Contract manufacturing
Validation
Prototype
Infrastructure
Networking
Hardware testing
System integration
Quality assurance
Engineering

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