





Tier-1 brand increases interest but niche optical-networking seniority narrows the candidate pool to moderate competition.
Specialized optical-networking QA domain knowledge limits transferability across industries.
Explicit 8+ years plus mandatory optical networking certifications, test-equipment expertise and scripting make filters highly strict.
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Define and drive test strategies and automation plans for Optical DWDM equipment and key protocols (OTN, GBE, DWDM) with emphasis on system security.
Develop and maintain both manual and automated system testing frameworks to ensure robust validation, scalability, and continuous quality improvements.
Collaborate cross-functionally to validate complex carrier-grade system features and deliver high-performance, reliable optical networking products.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics and Communication Engineering.
8+ years of experience in testing and automation within optical networking domains.
Proven experience certifying SONET/SDH/OTN/DWDM systems with knowledge of ROADM and optical amplifier line cards.
Hands-on experience with test equipment (test sets, optical spectrum analyzers) and programming/scripting skills in Python, Perl, or similar.
Strong domain expertise in optical networking systems design, including FCAPS and node/link-level power management.
Experience developing test automation and failure analysis processes for multi-protocol optical network equipment.
Ability to work strategically at the system and product level, influencing quality standards and cross-disciplinary collaboration in fast-evolving technology environments.