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 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, LabVIEW,or similar tools for automation and data analysis
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work within international engineering teams 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

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