Early Careers Rotational Program - Development Engineer (AI Track)

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2 Locations
In-Office
Information Technology
The Role

Summary:

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) has a 90+ year history of technical innovations that have evolved to keep pace and address our customer’s most pressing business issues. We make equipment, software, and systems that help to plan, deploy, certify, monitor, and optimize all kinds of networks - like those for mobile phones, service providers, large businesses and data centers. VIAVI is also a leader in high performance thin film optical coatings and engineered diffusers, providing light management solutions to anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, automotive, defense and instrumentation markets.
We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected – at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are fierce about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company - to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Program Description:

Kick-start your professional adventure in our R&D Excellence Centers by joining multiple expert teams in an international rotation program.  During this 2 year program you will be able to develop your skills at the forefront of leading edge technology, while also earning a competitive salary and complete benefits and that’s just the beginning!  Once you complete this exciting program, you will continue your career within VIAVI collaborating with and contributing to your designated team.

You will directly contribute to our solutions which are effectively used in a high variety of industries as we enable our customers to adapt and thrive by transforming complexity through visibility and actionable insight.

About us:

VIAVI Engineers work with teammates to solve problems and build innovative software and hardware solutions that help our customers design, deploy and optimize all types of networks which enable their customers cell phone data and voice services for 5G, 4G and all types of wireless networks, enable cable systems and services, enable high speed data centers to operate, enable aircraft to fly safely, and enable your local government, police, fire departments, and military to operate radio communication. 

In addition, VIAVI Engineers build modern software systems to assure that all forms of information communication provide high level service to customers. 

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

Requirements:

We look for people who are enthusiastic about innovation and cutting-edge technologies to provide products to customers.  If you are passionate about product quality and thrive on collaborating and communicating with Agile teams and leadership regarding designs, project progress and issue resolution, then VIAVI is a good place for you! You will also be expected to demonstrate an ability to continuously learn relevant new technologies, tools, methods and processes to leverage in your solutions.
At VIAVI you are part of a team that is the link between abstract concepts and delivered solutions - the one who solves problems, and creates solutions that will impact millions of people all over the world. 

To be considered for this program, you should possess the following:

  • Undergrad or Graduate Degree from an accredited university in one of the following disciplines:  Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
  • Experience with C/C++, Windows or Linux Operating Systems, exposure to networking protocols (TCP/IP, 802.11, Bluetooth)
  • Some engineering related experience outside of the classroom environment like an internship/Co-Op, hackathon, research project, or related experience.
  • Embedded programming experience highly desired
  • Familiar with building AI/ML models and the applicability of AI coding assistants
  • Prototype and implement enterprise-grade GenAI-driven features using cutting-edge technologies to empower real users to diagnose and solve increasingly complex network, application, and security concerns.
  • Use GenAI to write maintainable, testable code, and to support quality, efficiency and knowledge sharing.
  • Demonstrated skills in time management and ability work in a collaborative/team environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills 
  • Capability to quickly adapt to new projects and changing priorities when needed.
  • Ability/Desire to work on a temporary assignment in another country/location

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – m

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

 

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

Job Posting Pay Range:

82,600

to

153,400

Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary.  VIAVI offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and a bonus program.

VIAVI Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about VIAVI Solutions and has not been reviewed or approved by VIAVI Solutions.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off options are described as generous, including paid time off with flexible scheduling and work-from-home arrangements. Feedback suggests some teams implement unlimited or discretionary PTO and respect balance through flexible start times.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness initiatives, annual health exams, and emergency medical coverage for travel. Strong medical allowances and an employee assistance program further reinforce perceived coverage depth.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Incentive programs are highlighted through variable pay and bonus structures that can augment base pay. Feedback suggests twice-yearly bonuses may occur when company performance supports it.

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HQ: Chandler, Arizona
4,570 Employees

What We Do

VIAVI Solutions (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global leader in both network and service enablement and optical security performance products and solutions. Our technologies contribute to the success of a wide range of customers – from the world’s largest mobile operators and governmental entities to enterprise network and application providers to contractors laying the fiber and building the towers that keep us connected

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