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# Photonic Test Engineer

- **Company:** Nokia
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Software Debugging, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Operational Databases, Software Engineering, PIC Microcontroller
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.builtincolorado.com/job/photonic-test-engineer/12085227?handler=ApplyRedirect

## About the Role

You have:

 * BS or MS degree in a relevant field (Electrical, Electronics, Optics, RF) or equivalent work experience.
 * Hands-on experience with Optical test and measurement instruments: OSA (optical spectrum analyzers), TLS (tunable laser sources), EDFAs, wavelength meters, power meters.
 * 3+ years experience in Functional Test SW development for photonic, optical, electronics and electrical components/modules. Python preferred.

It would be nice if you also had:

 * Hands-on experience with RF test and measurement instruments: Power Meters, Spectrum Analysers, Signal Generators, VNA.
 * Debug and failure root cause analysis skills. Data Analysis: measurement data review to extract parameters and performance metrics.
 * Willingness to periodically travel (domestic and international, less than 15%). Understanding of Coherent optical transmission desirable.

## Description

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Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in United States
Mid level
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in United States
Mid level
Develop automated production test solutions and functional test software for photonic components, modules, assemblies, and PICs. Monitor production data, troubleshoot test stations, perform GRR, support failure analysis, create technical documentation, transition R&D test stations to high-volume manufacturing, and collaborate with hardware, software, firmware, optical development teams and manufacturing partners.
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We are looking for a highly motivated professional with a solid understanding of Manufacturing Test Engineering. As a Photonic Test Engineer, you will develop automated manufacturing test solutions and provide technical support to our manufacturing partners. You will be a part of an international test development team, embedded in a worldwide Optical Research and Development organization.
Responsibilities

 * Development of fully automated production-level test solutions for optical components, modules and assemblies used in high speed optical network equipment
 * Develop FT (Functional Test) SW to test functionality and quality of PIC (Photonic Integrated Circuit)
 * Monitor production data, diagnose process variations, troubleshoot test stations, perform GRR
 * Provide technical support to manufacturing partners. Assist with product failure analysis and troubleshooting
 * Review and contribute to technical documentation (schematics, test specifications, test set layout, product testability)
 * Support the adaptation of the test station from the R&D phase into high-volume manufacturing test platforms
 * Interface with product development teams (software, hardware, firmware, Optical) and worldwide EMS partners