Optical Engineer

Social networking, machine learning, and big data analytics demand ever-increasing network connectivity. RANOVUS, with operations in Ottawa, Canada, Nuremberg, Germany, and San Jose, USA, is a solution provider for the next generation data center infrastructures. We aim to deliver advanced technology that minimizes environmental impact through lower power dissipation.  

Working with world class fabrication partners, RANOVUS is the leader in the application of unique new technologies to fiber-optic communications products for data centers.

We are seeking a motivated and talented Optical Engineer to join our Optical System Integration/ Verification team. The successful candidate would implement and test electrical and optical hardware/system for leading-edge optical communication modules for customer delivery.

Responsibilities include:
•    Collaborate with multi-functional groups (photonics, hardware and software) to bring-up, validate, debug, calibrate, optimize and characterize optical engine performance.
•    Understand product requirements, define test objectives, and develop detailed optical performance test plans that outline test strategies, scope, configurations, deliverables, and schedules.
•    Establish complex lab setups using various high-speed electrical/optical lab equipment (oscilloscope, network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, BERT, etc.).
•    Design, develop and maintain automated test scripts to adjust operating conditions of the device and capture the measurement data.
•    Root-causes analysis of optical performance issues through lab experimentation and collaboration with design teams.
•    Create test reports that summarize test results, key findings, and bug fixes. 
•    Support interworking between AE and the R&D team and the marketing team.
•    Collaborate with external instrument vendors for equipment procurement and ensure seamless software and control integration.

Requirements:
•    Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 
•    2 to 5 years relevant work experience on optical systems or opto-electronics devices (lasers, detectors, modulators, transceivers).
•    Knowledge of optical systems and components, digital communication systems, HW, PCB, SW/FW.
•    Experience in Python or Matlab script languages.
•    Experience in a lab environment including troubleshooting issues. 
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable skills:
•    Knowledge of very high-speed interconnects (electrical and optical) for Ethernet, PCIe/CXL etc.
•    Exposure to programming and debugging embedded software on microcontrollers.

We appreciate the time you invest in exploring opportunities with us. At Ranovus, we believe diverse perspectives and a strong sense of belonging are essential to building innovative technology and resilient teams. If your experience does not match every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value curiosity, growth, and the unique strengths each person brings.

Ranovus is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including those from equity deserving and underrepresented communities. We are committed to an accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available at any stage of the hiring process upon request by reaching out to our Talent team at [email protected].

We are committed to delivering a respectful and transparent candidate experience, with clear and timely communication at every stage of the process. From time to time, we may use technology to support elements of our hiring process. These tools are designed to enhance consistency and efficiency, not replace human judgment. All hiring decisions are made by people, guided by care, context, and fairness.

Thank you for your interest in joining Ranovus. We look forward to connecting with you.