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Staff DSP ASIC Design Engineer

This role involves pushing the boundaries of connectivity within the Optical Networks division, focusing on ASIC design for network infrastructure revolution. The engineer will apply technical expertise to deliver faster network capacity in the AI-driven data center era.

  • Hybrid
  • Ottawa, ON
  • Posted Mar 26, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

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​. Join the Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity. NION2026

What you’ll do

This role involves pushing the boundaries of connectivity within the Optical Networks division, focusing on ASIC design for network infrastructure revolution. The engineer will apply technical expertise to deliver faster network capacity in the AI-driven data center era.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with higher degrees preferred, and a minimum of 5+ years of ASIC design experience. Essential skills include solid design, implementation, debugging capabilities, and working knowledge of DSP/FEC and communication theories.

Other relevant skills

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  • ASIC Design
  • Micro-architecture
  • Implementation
  • Debugging
  • DSP
  • FEC
  • Communication Theories
  • Problem Solving
  • ASIC Design Flow
  • Backend Knowledge
  • MatLab
  • Scripting Languages
  • OTN
  • CAUI

Job areas

  • Engineering
  • Software
  • Technology
  • Data & Analytics

Additional details

Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum experience
5+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week