Mahmood Abu-Romoh, PhD
Senior Staff Engineer @ Marvell | Coherent Optical Systems & DSP | 400G/800G/1.6T Pluggable Coherent (ZR/OIF) | System Integration & Customer Solutions
An engineering professional with a robust background in Mathematics and Physics, complemented by a PhD in Coherent Optical Communication Systems, a Master's in Broadband and Optical Communication Systems, and an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering. With over 7 years of industrial and research experience, I have honed my expertise in various telecommunication systems.
My career has been marked by significant contributions in optical systems modelling, test validation and automation, data visualisation, machine learning, digital signal processing, and software development. I excel in leading software validation releases, effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders, and fostering teamwork.
I bring a unique blend of skills, including a strong foundation in mathematics and physics, proficiency in data analytics, data engineering, machine learning algorithms, and data modelling and visualisation. I am adept in multiple programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, VB.NET, and C++, and have experience in collaborative coding environments using Azure and GitHub.
Always looking to innovate and contribute to cutting-edge technologies.
Technical Skills
Experience
Jan 2026 – Present · Contract
Senior Staff Optical Testing Engineer
Marvell Technology · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Mar 2025 – Jan 2026 · 11 mos · Permanent Part-time
Senior Optical Development Engineer
Nokia · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
Developed validation scripts for high-speed optical pluggable transceivers. Conducted statistical analysis on new optical transceiver products to ensure quality and performance. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver new products to market and resolve issues along the way.
Apr 2022 – Mar 2025 · 3 yrs · Full-time
Senior Software/Hardware Development Engineer
Infinera · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Engineered and deployed 25+ advanced software/hardware validation tests for cutting-edge products, leveraging Python, SQL, and C/C++ alongside optical instruments. Achieved a 50% reduction in test sequence time for legacy systems through strategic resource allocation and code optimisation. Spearheaded a cross-disciplinary team of developers and engineers, orchestrating 30+ software releases across departments. Supported data collection and analysis using Azure DevOps and JMP, and regularly communicated findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Jan 2018 – Apr 2022 · 4 yrs 4 mos · Full-time
Doctoral Researcher
Aston University - Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies · Birmingham, UK · On-site
Focused on coherent optical communication systems, building and experimentally verifying a variety of optical communication models. Collaborated with industrial sponsors to deliver reliable system models using MATLAB. Work involved optical transceivers, wave analysers, signal generators, amplifiers, and more. Published findings at the most prestigious conferences in the field.
Sep 2018 – Apr 2021 · 2 yrs 8 mos
MATLAB Demonstrator
Aston University · Birmingham, UK
Designed lesson plans for undergraduate engineering students, conducted live coding sessions, and developed hands-on exercises to reinforce MATLAB concepts. Explained complex engineering topics through modelling and analysis, and provided constructive feedback to support student learning.
Sep 2015 – Sep 2016 · 1 yr 1 mo
Electrical Engineer
Kuwait Portland Cement Company · Kuwait
Maintained and troubleshot high-voltage machines and electrical panels. Documented all maintenance work and procedures with recommendations for future maintenance. Managed and directed 30+ electricians and technicians, ensuring consistent performance and safety.
Education
Jan 2026 – Apr 2027 · In Progress
Master of Business Administration
Carleton University · Ottawa, Canada
2018 – 2021
Doctor of Philosophy, Optical Communications
Aston University - Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies · Birmingham, UK
Advisor: Prof. Wladek Forisyak. Research focused on DSP aspects of coherent optical communication systems, specifically the digital conversion part (ADC & DAC) - developing DSP-based solutions to facilitate higher modulation formats and achieve higher baud rates.
2016 – 2017 · Distinction
MSc, Optical Communications and Networks
Bangor University · Wales, UK
One of the top students in the Electronic Engineering School. Achieved 91% in Mobile Communication Systems (highest in class) and 86% in Advanced Optical Communications. Dissertation: simulation and optimisation of novel modulation techniques to enhance optical OFDM for next-generation passive optical networks (PONs), conducted using MATLAB.
2010 – 2015
BSc, Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications
Jordan University of Science and Technology · Irbid, Jordan