In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running. The Network Infrastructure group is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise
Nokia is searching for an individual to work as a Product Engineer within the Optical Modules Group (OMG) on developing and introducing new Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC)-based telecommunication products at the systems level. The position is within the Optical Modules Group (OMG) department and is based in Sunnyvale, CA.
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Responsibilities- Ensure that photonic integrated circuit performance requirements are met at the system level
- Interact with design, test, controls, reliability, and manufacturing to define calibration methods and performance screens
- Perform statistical data analysis on large data sets to characterize and improve the product
- Support quality analysis and evaluation of development, proto, and pilot units
- Drive improvements in product quality during the pilot ramp
- M.S. degree + 5+ years' experience or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (electronics, electro-optics), Materials Science, Photonics, or Physics (optics, semiconductors) + 2+ years' experience in photonic integration
- Experience with III-V or related optoelectronic device physics and design. Working knowledge of device fabrication, materials, and epi is desirable.
- Working knowledge of optical and coherent signal test methods
- Aptitude to work with a large body of data, perform statistical analysis, and present data and ideas to a diverse audience
- Team-oriented with the ability to work cross-functionally
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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- Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
- Health and dental benefits
- Short-term disability, and long-term disability
- Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
- Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (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
Skills Required
- M.S. degree + 5+ years experience or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Photonics, or Physics + 2+ years experience in photonic integration
- Experience with III-V or related optoelectronic device physics and design
- Working knowledge of device fabrication, materials, and epi
- Working knowledge of optical and coherent signal test methods
- Ability to perform statistical analysis and present data
- Team-oriented with ability to work cross-functionally
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include a global employee share purchase plan with company matching and multi‑year share awards. These mechanisms broaden participation and tie rewards to long‑term outcomes.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes major medical plans with supplementary options such as vision, legal services, and care navigation. The range of offerings indicates comprehensive support for medical needs.
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Parental & Family Support — A global policy grants paid leave for new parents regardless of gender and provides structured return‑to‑work support. Company‑paid life insurance further strengthens family protection across regions.
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