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Ciena

Delivers adaptive optical networking services

Senior Radio Frequency/Analog Design Engineer

RF & Microwave EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or graduate studies in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical discipline is required.
  • Strong professional experience in RF/microwave engineering, high-frequency design, or a closely related discipline is required.
  • A strong understanding of electromagnetics, transmission lines, high-frequency circuits, signals and systems, and measurement techniques is required.
  • Experience designing and analyzing RF/microwave structures and interconnects is required.
  • Experience with RF/microwave simulation and electromagnetic modeling tools is required.
  • Hands-on understanding of high-frequency measurement, characterization, calibration, and experimental-data analysis is required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to address complex multidisciplinary engineering problems, are required.
  • The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively within an R&D environment is required.

Responsibilities

  • Design, simulate, and analyze RF/microwave structures, including transmission lines, interconnects, and passive structures across PCB, hybrid, and integrated-circuit platforms.
  • Apply advanced knowledge of electromagnetics, transmission-line theory, circuits, and measurement science to high-speed optoelectronic components and related packaging applications.
  • Perform and guide RF/microwave and electro-optic characterization of photonic and passive devices at high frequencies.
  • Use circuit-simulation and finite-element electromagnetic tools to model, analyze, and optimize RF/microwave designs.
  • Analyze measurement and simulation data, identify performance limitations, and recommend design improvements.
  • Collaborate with optical, photonic, electrical, mechanical, packaging, and other engineering disciplines to solve complex design challenges.
  • Participate in technical and design reviews and contribute engineering expertise throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Provide technical guidance and share RF/microwave expertise with other members of the engineering team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, or comparable RF/electromagnetic simulation tools.
  • Experience with high-speed optoelectronic devices such as modulators or photodetectors.
  • Knowledge of high-frequency amplifiers and transimpedance amplifiers.
  • Experience with vector network analyzers and RF characterization techniques.
  • Understanding of digital modulation and optical communication technologies.
  • Experience working with photonic components or optical communications products.

About the Company

Ciena

Delivers adaptive optical networking services

Ciena designs and delivers optical and routing systems, software, and services to build adaptive networks for telecom operators, cable operators, governments, and enterprises. Its products combine high-performance hardware with automation software to optimize traffic and manage resources in real time. The company differentiates itself with an end-to-end hardware–software–services approach and by maintaining close, collaborative relationships with customers and partners. Its goal is to help customers deploy flexible, scalable networks that enable richer, more connected experiences.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Linthicum, Maryland
Founded
1992

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