Senior Optical Transceiver Engineer

pAs a Senior Optical Transceiver Engineer at Nokia, you drive the evaluation, validation, and introduction of advanced pluggable transceivers for Datacom and Telecom—from 100G to 1.6T. You will work within a global, cross-functional optics team to define requirements, support supplier selection, and shape the product portfolio. You lead test strategy definition, remote validation coordination, and hands-on lab validation in automated environments, contributing to Nokia’s cutting-edge optical solutions. This role blends deep technical expertise with project management and international collaboration to advance connectivity. /pulliFlexible and hybrid working schemes /liliMaternity and paternity leave (minimum 90 days) /liliLife insurance /liliNERG involvement /liliEvaluate, validate and introduce pluggable optical transceivers into the product portfolio for Datacom and Telecom (100G–1.6T) /liliDefine application requirements and procurement specifications in collaboration with PLM and suppliers /liliSupport supplier selection, RFQ processes, and vendor technical evaluations /liliDevelop test strategies, coordinate remote validation, and execute lab validation in automated test environments /liliManage projects and reporting, balancing planning, coordination, and stakeholder communication /liliEngage with cross-functional teams across PLM, Procurement, suppliers, and validation groups /liliPerform technology scouting and assess enabling optical/microelectronics technologies /liliReview RFQ feedback and rank supplier capabilities to meet Nokia needs /liliMaintain knowledge of transceiver form factors, MSA specifications and industry standards (ITU-T, IEEE, OIF) /liliOperate effectively in an international, virtual team with strong communication and adaptability /liliTravel internationally as required to support validation and supplier engagements /liliProvide hands-on validation support and ensure alignment with product roadmap and quality goals /liliSolid experience with pluggable optical transceivers for Datacom and Telecom (100G, 200G, 400G, 800G, 1.6T) /liliDeep knowledge of transceiver form factors and MSA specifications /liliExperience with enabling optics and microelectronics technologies, including optical propagation /liliFamiliarity with industry standards ITU-T, IEEE, OIF for optical interfaces /liliProven experience in optical transceiver validation and laboratory testing /liliExperience in test automation of validation setups /liliPreferred: Python, LabVIEW /liliExperience in technical discussions, assessments, and negotiations with optical module suppliers /liliStrong project and program management capabilities /liliSenior level autonomy in a technical role /liliFluent in English; Italian nationality; strong communication in Italian and English /lilistrong communication and collaboration in virtual teams /liliflexibility and adaptability in a global context /liliproactive and accountable mindset /liliPython /liliLabVIEW /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr