Optical Communications Engineer
Pubblicato il 10-09-2026 - Ic Resources in Milano
My client is looking for an Optical Communications Systems Engineer, focused on validation and characterisation of next-generation, optical communication products. As an Optical Communications Engineer, you will cover high-speed modulators, telecom systems, and photonic device performance. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an R&D; team, developing advanced telecom technologies.
Responsibilities • Develop and execute test plans to verify functionality, performance and robustness of optical communication products • Define and implement system-level validation strategies for telecom and photonic devices • Design test methodologies that replicate real-world customer operating conditions • Build and configure laboratory test environments representative of telecom systems • Characterise high-speed modulators and optical communication hardware throughout development • Analyse measurement data, identify performance limitations and perform root-cause investigations • Support interoperability, integration and customer validation activities • Develop automated test procedures to improve repeatability and efficiency • Produce clear technical reports and recommendations based on test results • Work closely with design,
process and application engineering teams to improve product performance and reliability Requirements • Master’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Photonics or a related discipline • 3–8 years experience in testing, validation or characterisation of optical or telecom products • Experience with optical communication systems, fibre-optic transmission or telecom architectures • Strong understanding of system-level performance and device behaviour • Experience developing and executing structured validation plans • Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation including oscilloscopes and optical measurement equipment • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills • Experience with Python, or similar tools for automation and data analysis Desirable • Experience with coherent or high-speed communication systems • Understanding of modulation techniques and signal integrity concepts • Knowledge of transceiver architecture and subsystem interactions • Experience with telecom standards and communication protocols • Exposure to automated validation frameworks and continuous testing methodologies • Experience performing integration and interoperability testing If you are searching for a position that requires creativity, analytical thinking, and innovation, get in touch with Ella at IC Resources.