Drive optics-focused product development in Ottawa through research, technical reviews, and manufacturing transition at VIAVI Solutions.

This Development Lead, R&D; role supports products from initial definition through recent product introduction and ongoing production support. VIAVI values technical depth in one field with related experience, especially optics alongside mechanical or electrical engineering. Responsibilities span cross-functional leadership, detailed planning, and technical authority.

Key Responsibilities:
Interact with product line management during product definition
Coordinate prototype research, evaluations, and technical reports
Participate in or lead technical reviews
Manage R&D; schedules and contribute to resourcing plans




Serve as R&D; contact during factory deployment

Requirements:
Physics, Engineering Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering degree
Optics experience required with Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degrees
Five-plus years of recent product development experience
Experience supporting multidisciplinary technical teams
Robust written, verbal, and presentation communication

Bring optics-related technical expertise, research coordination, and product development experience to VIAVI’s Ottawa team.

📌 Optics Product Development Lead Ottawa
🏢 Viavi Solutions
📍 Ottawa