Optical Controls Firmware Engineer

NOKIA
United States, California, San Jose
6373 San Ignacio Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 12, 2025
Individual contributor engineering position responsible for designing control algorithms for highly-integrated optical devices and implementing optical validation tests for digital coherent optical modules in the world's fastest next generation optical networking systems. Design, implement and validate controls for digital coherent optical modules. Ph.D. in Electrical or Optical Engineering + 8 years of relevant experience M.S. in Electrical or Optical Engineering + 11 years of experience Experience with fundamental and advanced photonic device characterization techniques Experience with advanced modulation format telecommunication systems desired Strong software code development skills (C, PYTHON, VB, Matlab or other) Excellent presentation and communication skills Highly self-motivated, ability to learn quickly and move fast Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work What we offer Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.