Optical Systems Engineer - Optical Networking - London - LM1204a

Salary / benefits: Competitive Salary + Package

Job Term: Permanent, Full Time, Onsite

Job Outline:

An exciting opportunity now exists for a Senior Optical Systems Architect to join a fast-growing company based in London.

My client is looking for an experienced optical systems and network architect to drive optical network testbeds, as well as model and characterise systems using automated measurements, and interface with other teams towards product development.

Responsibilities:

• Technical lead on optical network system implementation, testing and integration, closely collaborating with other teams.
• Build optical testbeds and implement automated measurement methodologies to identify system performance limits
• Model and characterise electrical and optical components as well as end-to-end systems for performance evaluations
• Assess optical transmission and network performance for short-reach AI Networked Systems.
• Manage lab facilities and liaise with external HW suppliers.
• Interface with other internal teams, PIC design, Integration, Systems and Networks and PLM.

Skills & Experience:

• Extensive hands-on industry experience in optical communication systems development and testing from early prototypes to trials and product development.
• Experience with high-baud-rate direct detect optical communication systems.
• Experience with DSP and end-to-end optimisation methods.
• Modelling of end-to-end systems, including RF and optical channels.
• Test automation and scripting using Python.
• A humble attitude and good communication skills.
• Ability to create an understanding of complex ideas, concepts and designs to various audiences from multiple backgrounds.
• PhD degree in optical communications, physics, or other relevant fields or experience within the industry.

Additional Information:

Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Visa and Passport will be requested.

Skills: Optical, Optoelectronics, Software Architecture