Senior System Architect (Ottawa)

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior System Architect to lead the architecture, design, and evolution of Zhone next-generation optical transport and broadband access network products. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with high‑capacity DWDM systems (100G/400G/800G), PON access technologies, and IP network architectures, along with familiarity with network programmability and automation. Key Responsibilities

Define and drive the product strategy and architecture for Optical Transport, OLT and ONT platforms. Help architect and design DWDM optical network products supporting 100G, 400G, and 800G coherent interfaces. Help architect and design GPON and XGS‑PON broadband network products, including OLT/ONTs. Lead adoption of Software‑Defined Networking (SDN) architectures and define management, control, and automation frameworks using NETCONF/YANG and related models. Evaluate vendor solutions, reference designs, and interoperability across multi‑...