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Hardware Design Engineer

NOKIA
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/16/2026

Are you a passionate Hardware Design Engineer with a knack for lab work and a thirst for knowledge? Our team, at the forefront of designing and developing highly integrated System-on-Chip optical engines for Telecom, Data Center, and Networking applications, is seeking a skilled individual to contribute to the development of cutting-edge hardware test boards and platforms. If you enjoy characterizing and testing very high-speed electro-optical devices and thrive in a dynamic R&D and manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of optical networking.


  • Design and develop hardware test boards for characterizing and testing high-speed electro-optical devices.
  • Develop test platforms for both R&D and manufacturing purposes.
  • Conduct laboratory testing and characterization of electro-optical devices.
  • Contribute to the design and development of System-on-Chip optical engines for telecom, data center, and networking applications.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn and expand existing skill sets.


You have :

  • Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering or a related field, 3 years of related experience
  • PCB design skills including schematic capture and PCB layout of densely-routed boards
  • Low-frequency analog design, simulation, and debugging, including bias and control-loop circuitry.
  • Experience building and debugging complicated test systems
  • Ability to independently interface with vendors and other third parties
  • Firmware development skills for microcontrollers, including hardware bring-up and debugging.



It would be nice if you also had:

  • Graduate degree in electrical engineering, or related field, or 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience with some or all of the following: PSU design, high-layer-count stack-ups, HDI, or fine-pitch fanout
  • Lab experience working with optical components and instruments, using software to automate measurements and analyze data.
  • Theoretical understanding of coherent optical communication systems or prior experience with optical modules.

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We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you're interested in this role but don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

 

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