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Nokia · 4 days ago

Principal Optical Engineer

positionAnnapolis Junction, MD
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff

Nokia is a leader in the telecommunications industry, and they are seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to enhance their Digital Signal Processing systems for submarine cables. The role involves collaborating with a DSP team, optimizing algorithms, and contributing to innovative solutions in optical communications.

ElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareInternet of ThingsMobile DevicesTelecommunications
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Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the DSP team to translate and optimize DSP algorithms into efficient GPU code for enhanced processing capabilities
Design and develop a cutting-edge Offline Processing lab utilizing both commercial and custom coherent processing transmit and receive equipment
Validate and test DSP algorithms on innovative platforms, including recirculating loops and straight-line test beds (SLTB)
Conduct field demonstrations to showcase the performance of DSP algorithms on customer subsea cable systems
Engage in problem-solving to help improve submarine cable capacity, ensuring maximum efficiency and longevity of existing infrastructure
Work alongside leading experts in optical communications and programming, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing
Contribute to pioneering research and development projects that push the boundaries of coherent communication technologies
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team committed to delivering impactful solutions that shape the future of submarine networking

Qualification

Coherent communications expertiseOptical physicsProgramming in MatlabProgramming in CGPU programmingSubsea communications technologyInnovative mindsetConference participationLab environmentsProblem-solving

Required

Exceptional coherent communications expertise with a solid understanding of optical physics
Strong programming skills in Matlab and C
Proven experience participating in and contributing to conferences
Highly innovative mindset with a passion for solving complex challenges

Preferred

Experience in GPU programming
Knowledge of subsea communications technology
Familiarity with recirculating loop lab environments

Company

Nokia

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Nokia manufactures mobile devices, network infrastructure, and location-based technology for businesses. It is a sub-organization of Enscryb.
dateFounded in 1865
location
Espoo, Southern Finland, FIN
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.nokia.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.45B
Key Investors
European Investment BankNVIDIANational Telecommunications and Information Administration
2025-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $511.84M
2025-10-28Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-06-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B

Leadership Team

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Justin Hotard
President and CEO
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Victoria Hanrahan
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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