Optical Test & Qualification Engineer

Company Overview:MultiLane Inc. is a leading high-tech company that provides cutting-edge solutions for the high-speed test and measurement market. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we empower our clients to achieve unparalleled performance and reliability in their operations.Position Overview:We are seeking a highly knowledgeable Optical Test & Qualification Engineer to support our high-demand vendors. This is more than just a testing role—it is a hands-on leadership position. For a candidate who demonstrates technical excellence, initiative, and the ability to bridge the gap between technical data and business strategyResponsibilities:•  Play a critical role in optics troubleshooting and validation, ensuring our Fortune 500 clients meet the highest standards of optics testing. •  Manage day-to-day testing operations, workload prioritization, progress, and deliverable tracking.•  Compile and analyze scripts and test data; act as the primary lead for recommending changes to test methods and processes.•  Review and recommend the purchase of new test equipment and collaborate with external vendors to procure tools that elevate our services to clients.•  Lead the resolution of vendor-related test issues and equipment failures; identify and log root causes and present formal corrective action recommendations to management.•  Develop and implement test Python automation scripts and tools to streamline testing processes.•  Drive end-to-end testing and hardware validation by executing thermal chamber procedures for optical transceivers, managing cabling configurations, and independently debugging complex networking equipment such as fibre patch panels and high-end Ethernet switches.•  Refine test processes, tools, and methodologies to optimize production test yields.•  Configure and execute Layer 2/3 traffic tests using Ethernet protocol traffic generators (Ixia, etc)•  Assess the impact of temperature variations on transceiver performance, by analysing how temperature variations affect optical signal integrity, power consumption, firmware, and connectivity. •  Develop and implement test Python automation scripts and tools to streamline testing processes.•  Keep records of incoming and outgoing inventories via Asset Management software•  Validate and characterize optical module performance, including advanced firmware features, optics and switches.Qualifications:•  Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or Optical Engineering.•  Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in optical test engineering and transceivers.•  Proficient in writing and maintaining Python-based code to automate test flows, control lab instruments, and log results at scale.•  Experience with lab test and measurement instrumentation (e.g., Fiber optic active and passive devices), and with Fiber optics components handling and cleaning.•  Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to interface effectively with senior-level engineers and management.•  Proven track record with complex testing of optical devices, specifically 400G/800G/1.6TB transceiver modules and switches.•   Expert-level skill in setting up and running tests using Traffic Generators (e.g. IXIA), BERTs, power meters, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.•  Skilled at turning complex data into comprehensive technical reports and actionable executive summaries.