Technical Expert-Optics

Job Description

• Own end‑to‑end OLS architecture
• Perform trade‑off analysis across cost, performance, openness, and scale
• Flex‑Grid‑capable WSS, EDFA/Raman amplifiers, and passive elements.
• Make long‑term platform and technology choices, and understand the nuances behind Nokia’s architectural decisions
• Drive alignment across hardware, software, and ecosystem strategy
• Bring exposure to Open ROADM MSA, TIP, OIF, or equivalent forum‑based optical system development
• Understand SDN concepts and YANG modelling for Layer‑0

• 12+ years of experience in IP and Optical Development for OTN products.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming and Linux operating system fundamentals.
• Flex Grid DWDM systems
• Open Line Systems and disaggregated optical architectures
• Open ROADM specifications and YANG models
• Coherent optics, modulation schemes, and line impairments
• Skilled in a diverse array of DWDM/SONET/SDH/OTN equipment and configurations.
• Experience in OTN L0/L1 Products
• Experience in developing and debugging Device Drivers, Bootloaders, and Board support Packages
  Able read and understand the Hardware-software spec.
  Strong hands-on experience with I2C, SPI, PCIe, GPIO, Serdes, SGMII, GPIO Interfaces is a plus
• Experience with Linux kernel related issues, debug Kernel Panics and apply Patches.
• Adaptation to new products and technologies.
• Exceptional customer focus.
• Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Interpersonal skills and decision-making abilities.

Job Description - Grade Specific

Focus on Connectivity and Network Engineering. Establishes trust and credibilty with customer accounts. Shows clear dedication and commitment to business objectives. Operates with no supervision in complex environments. Sets and manages realistic and deliverable expectations. Considers ˜the bigger picture when making decisions. Motivates the team by generating a positive and enthusiastic atmosphere.