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Systems Engineering R&D Lead

VIAVI Solutions Inc.

Shape systems development at VIAVI in Ottawa through requirements, architecture input, technical reviews, and complete product lifecycle support.

As Development Lead, R&D, you will act within a cross-functional technical leadership team. The position covers product definition, research, development, new product introduction, factory support, and continuous improvement. With growing product familiarity, the role may include design authority responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define or support product requirements, specifications, and test plans
  • Partner with project management on gate reviews
  • Provide progress updates and escalate technical issues
  • Contribute roadmap and architecture input as product authority
  • Address factory changes, escalations, and customer technical issues

Requirements:

  • Proven background in product or systems development
  • Five-plus years developing new products
  • Physics or Engineering Physics degree preferred
  • Advanced degree in the same field preferred
  • Detailed technical reports and compliance matrices experience

Use systems development, technical planning, and lifecycle expertise to support VIAVI products from research through factory deployment.

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