> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/552877-senior-manager-svt-coherent-optical-dsp](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/552877-senior-manager-svt-coherent-optical-dsp). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Senior Manager - SVT - Coherent Optical DSP

- **Company:** Celero Communications, Inc.
- **Location:** Irvine, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $250,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Code Coverage, Computer Programming, Data Centers, Data Transmissions, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Performance Tuning, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), System Testing, Visual Systems
- **Published:** June 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4a3229c8625aa6af

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Telecommunications systems?, * MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Communications, or related field

 * 12 or more years in coherent optical or high-speed communication systems
 * Proven leadership in system validation of coherent DSP products
 * Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation (scope, DCA, AWG, BERT) and automation
 * Strong programming skills (Python, MATLAB, or C++)

Core Expertise

 * Digital communications and coherent DSP algorithms
 * Optical impairments and link budgeting
 * Coherent modulation (QPSK, 16QAM, higher-order QAM) and FEC (KP4, SD-FEC)
 * Fixed-point implementation and system-level performance optimization, * Experience with 112G/224G SERDES and high-speed electrical interfaces
 * Familiarity with framer/deframer architectures (KP4/RS-FEC, datacenter interfaces)
 * Experience with coherent pluggable modules and reference platforms

## Description

We are seeking a Senior Manager / Director of System Verification (SVT) to lead validation strategy and execution for disruptive coherent optical DSP technology targeting data center applications. This role combines hands-on system verification with team leadership, requiring deep expertise in DSP, communications, and optical systems.

You will own end-to-end system validation, drive cross-functional execution, and work directly with hyperscaler customers to qualify coherent optical modules from ecosystem partners.

What you Will Do:

 * Own end-to-end system verification strategy and execution for coherent DSP products
 * Translate system requirements into DSP performance targets (equalization, timing/carrier recovery)
 * Define link budgets and align DSP performance with optical components and module partners.
 * Lead system modeling and correlation with lab measurements (e.g., RONSR, sensitivity)
 * Oversee development of golden reference transceivers for system correlation and benchmarking.
 * Drive system bring-up, debug, and optimization across DSP, optics, and analog front-end.
 * Build and lead a high-performing SVT team; define methodologies and test coverage.
 * Partner with customers and module vendors to accelerate qualification and deployment.


## Related Videos

- [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone)
- [Mutation Testing and Fuzzing in C#](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/703-mutation-testing-and-fuzzing-in-c)
- [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential)
- [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions)
- [Test-reduction - Doing more with less](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/977-test-reduction-doing-more-with-less)
- [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia)

## Related Articles

- [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)
- [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)
- [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)
- [Dev Digest 129 - Now that's what I call private data!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/468-dev-digest-129-now-that-s-what-i-call-private-data)
- [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)
- [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology)