Job Description

About Infinera:Infinera is the global supplier of innovative networking solutions. Our customers include the leading service providers, data center operators, internet content providers (ICPs), cable operators, enterprises, and government agencies worldwide, including 9 of the top 10 Tier 1 service providers and 6 of the top 7 ICPs. We design, develop, and deliver hardware and software for fiber-based connectivity solutions that span access, aggregation, metro, long haul, and submarine network. Our industry-leading, trendsetting edge-to-core solutions provide the foundation for many of the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest and most demanding networks that generate billions in service revenue for our customers.Infinera has a long history of challenging conventional thinking, bending the laws of science, and continually reimagining telecommunication networks. We\xe2\x80\x99re enabling our customers to usher in new services and applications that improve how people communicate with our innovative vertically integrated, open, modular solutions.About the Role:As part of Infinera\'s Optical Systems Group, you will have a unique opportunity to contribute to the design and architecture of optical transport systems for Infinera\xe2\x80\x99s disruptive pluggable transponder technology. You will be responsible for architecting and implementing new optical hardware and software platforms in collaboration with our Systems Engineering and Software Development teams.Your Key Responsibilities Would Include:

• Architecture, design and validation of distributed, link-level optical line system control systems in close co-operation with product and architecture teams globally.
• Understand customer use cases and customer experience expectations; clarify system & product concepts, features & requirements.
• As an architect and subject-matter expert, work as part of agile SW teams on implementation while guiding the team with your domain and technical expertise.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Hands-on experience with DWDM transmission systems including coherent transponders, EDFAs, Raman amplifiers and ROADMs; Knowledge of advanced coherent modulation formats including practical experience with transmission in long haul systems
• Working knowledge of closed loop and open loop control systems
• Excellent programming, analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Highly motivated team player adept at cross-functional, cross cultural and international teamwork

Education & Experience Necessary for Success:

• PHD in optics Engineering or MS in Optical Engineering, + 5 years of relevant experience

\xc2\xb7\xe2\x80\x9cThis position requires direct or indirect access to certain confidential information, hardware, software, technology, or technical information (referred to here as \xe2\x80\x9cExport-Controlled Information\xe2\x80\x9d) controlled under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All personnel in this position must be eligible to or be able to obtain authorization from the appropriate agency to access applicable Export-Controlled Information. The U.S. Department of Commerce currently requires a foreign person with a most recent citizenship or permanent residency of Sudan, Ukraine, or a country currently designated in Country Group (Supplement No. 1 to Part 740, Title 15) to have an export control license to access our Export-Controlled Information, unless they meet certain exemptions provided under U.S. export control laws and regulations. The list of applicable countries in Country Group may be updated by the U.S. government from time to time. The current processing time for an export control license is approximately 4 to 6 months.Your employment or engagement with Infinera shall be contingent on verifying your eligibility or requirement for obtaining a necessary license and/or authorization from the appropriate agency. You will be required to provide certain information for export control compliance assessment purposes, and your information will be reviewed by Infinera\'s hiring and export control teams to ensure compliance with the U.S. export control laws and regulations. Infinera will collect necessary documents (such as proof of citizenship etc.) to assess license/authorization requirements if you are offered and accept the position.\xe2\x80\x9dInfinera is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Infinera complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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