Electronics Engineer (Optical Systems)

Location: On-site in Ottawa, Canada

Salary: CAD 110,625–149,675 annually, flexible.

Company

hirify.global develops optical and photonic solutions for high-speed networks, cloud computing, data centers, telecommunications, and advanced manufacturing.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of advanced hardware and electro-optic optical cross-connect switch PCBAs from concept through production.
• Lead extended development teams, including layout, junior design, and verification functions.
• Define and evaluate components and analog circuitry for laser drivers, TIAs, power supplies, and related systems.
• Collaborate with software, firmware, optical, manufacturing, and mechanical teams.
• Develop test requirements, conduct hardware testing and validation, and support products through the NPI lifecycle.
• Create schematics, guide PCB layouts, and perform simulations using Cadence and Ansys.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, plus at least 10 years of applicable experience.
• Expertise in complex PCBA design and low-frequency analog and mixed-signal design.
• Experience leading small teams of layout designers, junior designers, and verification engineers.
• Proficiency with hardware design and simulation tools such as Cadence and Ansys.
• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other testing equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of electronic components, circuit properties, fabrication processes, and assembly processes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with local and remote teams.

Nice to have

• Experience in power design, digital design, and control systems.
• Knowledge of optical architectures and systems.
• Knowledge of DC power circuitry.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible time off, health and wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement.
• Career growth support, employee stock options, and incentive plans.
• Free gym, games room, prayer room, subsidized meals, and free coffee and tea.
• Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace with accommodations available during the hiring process.