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Adtran’s Advanced Technology group develops the optical networking technology of the future and initiates their transition into Adtran’s products. In this group, there is an opportunity for a motivated and creative engineer or physicist to work towards a PhD degree.
Principle duties and essential functions
Performing research and development on optical transmission systems and subsystems
Investigation and development of methods for monitoring and control of optical components and subsystems
Cooperation with national and international project partners
Internal subproject lead for research and advanced development projects
Creative application of knowledge and experience in the following fields:
Control of optical components
Hardware emulation of optical components
Optical physical layer characterization and monitoring
Knowledge, skills and experience required
Diploma or Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related area
Experience in embedded systems, FPGAs
Good programming skills (Python, Matlab, C++, Java)
Good knowledge in optical transmission technologies and optical fiber effects
Laboratory experience in optical sub-system and system characterization
Ideally experience in one or more of the following topics: Coherent optical transmission, optical modulation, optical switching
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Innovative, highly motivated personality
Fluent in oral and written English, fluency in German is a plus
Capability to think strategic, innovative, constructive and application oriented
Benefits
Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment
Team-oriented, friendly work culture
Flexible working hours model
Internal training program
Benefits Card and bike leasing
Kindergarten allowance as well as drinks and fruits for free
Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products
Skills Required
- Diploma or Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related area
- Experience in embedded systems
- Experience with FPGAs
- Programming skills: Python, MATLAB, C++, Java
- Good knowledge in optical transmission technologies and optical fiber effects
- Laboratory experience in optical sub-system and system characterization
- Experience in coherent optical transmission, optical modulation, or optical switching
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Fluent in oral and written English
- Fluency in German
- Innovative, highly motivated personality and strategic, application-oriented thinking
ADTRAN Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ADTRAN and has not been reviewed or approved by ADTRAN.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests health insurance is solid, with medical, dental, and vision coverage viewed favorably. Company-paid short-term disability and access to on-site medical services at some locations reinforce the perception of strong healthcare support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests the 2024 shift to flexible/unlimited PTO has been well received and is complemented by paid holidays and sick leave. Volunteer time off adds to the overall time-away options.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Feedback suggests on-site clinics, fitness centers, cafeterias, and tuition assistance add meaningful day-to-day value. An Employee Assistance Program and optional add-ons further expand lifestyle support.
ADTRAN Insights
What We Do
ADTRAN, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADTN) is defining the future network with innovative next-generation solutions that enable telecommunication service providers to deliver voice, data and video services to homes and businesses. Our vision is to enable a fully connected world where the power to communicate is available to everyone, everywhere. ADTRAN was founded in 1985 in Huntsville, AL. The corporate headquarters remains in Huntsville with additional R&D centers in Germany and India and sales offices located throughout the world. Innovation has been at the heart of the company since its inception and is recognized through our large portfolio of patents that is more than 700 strong. Our employees, more than 2,000 strong, come to work each day searching for ways to bring the world together through improved communication. We seek the best and brightest minds that bring integrity, a spirit of entrepreneurism, creative problem solving, and a passion for their work.
