Photonic Test Engineer

Nokia

. Develop fully automated production-level test solutions for optical components, modules, and assemblies used in high-speed optical network equipment .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeAllentown • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,342 - $195,636 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing automated test solutions for optical components and functional test software for photonic integrated circuits. Proficient in troubleshooting, data analysis, and interfacing with cross-functional teams in high-volume manufacturing environments.

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Functional Test Software DevelopmentOptical Test InstrumentsPython ProgrammingDebugging and Failure AnalysisData Analysis Skills

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Hard Skills

Automated Test SolutionsFunctional Test SoftwareOptical Components TestingPhotonic Integrated CircuitsData AnalysisTroubleshootingFailure Root Cause AnalysisMeasurement Data ReviewCoherent Optical Transmission

Tools & Technologies

Optical Spectrum AnalyzerTest and Measurement InstrumentsPower MetersSpectrum AnalyzersSignal GeneratorsVector Network Analyzer

Industry Keywords

Optical Network EquipmentHigh-Speed Optical NetworksElectrical ComponentsElectronicsRF Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop fully automated production-level test solutions for optical components, modules, and assemblies used in high-speed optical network equipment
Develop functional test software to test the functionality and quality of photonic integrated circuits (PICs)
Monitor production data, diagnose process variations, troubleshoot test stations, and perform GRR
Provide technical support to manufacturing partners
Assist with product failure analysis and troubleshooting
Review and contribute to technical documentation, including schematics, test specifications, test-set layouts, and product testability
Support adaptation of test stations from R&D into high-volume manufacturing test platforms
Interface with software, hardware, firmware, and optical product development teams and worldwide EMS partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

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, TLS, EDFAs, wavelength meters, and power meters
3+ years of experience in functional test software development for photonic, optical, electronics, and electrical components/modules
Python preferred
Hands-on experience with RF test and measurement instruments preferred: power meters, spectrum analysers, signal generators, and VNA
Debugging and failure root cause analysis skills preferred
Data analysis skills, including measurement data review to extract parameters and performance metrics, preferred
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally periodically, less than 15%, preferred
Understanding of coherent optical transmission preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
Health and dental benefits
Short-term disability and long-term disability
Company-paid life insurance and AD&D at 2x base pay
Optional or supplemental life and AD&D insurance for employee/spouse/child
Paid time off for holidays and vacation
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Plan
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program
Potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles