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SeniorFull-timePythonAI
Salary Range
$132,600 - $179,400 /year
This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.
Who You’ll Work With
You’ll work closely with various engineers, product managers, and key vendors to ensure seamless interoperability across Arista’s platforms
What You’ll Do
Arista Networks is seeking an Optics Engineer to join the Optics/Hardware group. The Arista Optics team manages copper and optical interconnection products across all Arista platforms, covering everything from 10G to 1.6T client optics and long-haul coherent optical solutions. The candidate will be actively involved in ODVT testing of optical transceivers within platform environments to ensure system interoperability. This role positions the individual as a subject matter expert, with responsibilities including optics specification development, testing, and analysis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with industry and technical expertise in optics to contribute and lead in the upcoming transition to 1.6T full retimed, LRO, and LPO—the next generation of AI data center networking solutions.
• Lead Optical Design Verification Testing (ODVT) for PAM4-based 50G, 100G, 200G, 400G, 800G, and 1.6T optical transceivers.
• Perform ODVT measurements and characterization of 800G LPO, and 800G/1.6T optical transceivers.
• Write and maintain Python-based code to automate test flows, control lab instruments and log test results at scale.
• Set up and run optical/electrical tests using tools like BERTs, power meters, spectrum analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Conduct benchmarking of emerging optical technologies to assess performance and compatibility.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing test infrastructure for optical transceiver products.
• Serve as the optics subject matter expert, providing support to internal teams and external customers.
• Create comprehensive test reports, documenting test procedures, equipment used, and results obtained.
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About AristaNetworks
Arista Networks is a leading innovator in the data center and cloud networking industry, specializing in high-performance, scalable network solutions. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company has established itself as a key player in the networking technology sector, particularly known for its advanced switching platforms that support the demands of modern digital infrastructure. Arista's solutions are designed to address the complex networking needs of large-scale enterprises, cloud service providers, and data centers, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver efficiency and reliability. The company's core products include a range of high-performance Ethernet switches and network management software, such as the Arista CloudVision platform, which offers centralized orchestration and automation capabilities. These solutions are distinguished by their scalability, low latency, and robust security features, making them ideal for environments with high traffic volumes and stringent performance requirements. Arista primarily targets large enterprises, cloud providers, and service providers that require seamless integration with cloud-native technologies and advanced network programmability to optimize their operations. Arista Networks has achieved significant recognition in the industry, including multiple awards for innovation and performance excellence. The company holds a strong market position, particularly in the data center and cloud networking segments, where its solutions are trusted by some of the world's largest technology companies. Its unique value proposition lies in its ability to combine high-performance hardware with intelligent software, enabling customers to build agile, future-ready networks that can adapt to evolving technological demands.
