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Thanks for your interest in working on our team!
Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team!
We are currently looking for a highly motivated and creative Senior Engineer Advanced Technology (M/F/D) to shape with us the future of optical communication and fiber optic sensing technology by joining our Advanced Technology team in Munich, Germany.
ADTRAN is a leading manufacturer of optical connectivity solutions from access to long-haul with a strong presence in Europe. If you want to be a part of our growing company that is driven by innovation and is focused on building the future together with our employees, consider applying.
Principal Duties and Essential Functions
- Develop, characterize and define specifications for optical transceivers
- Carry out laboratory experiments and field trials
- Drive research and innovation projects in optical communications, including the acquisition and management of publicly funded research projects
- Work with R&D and advise product line management (PLM) on novel technologies and product development
- Protect novel technologies and product concepts through patent filings and other intellectual property rights
- Shape technology strategy with strategic vendors and evaluate third-party and supplier solutions
- Publish and present research results at leading international conferences and journals (e.g. OFC, ECOC, JLT, PTL..)
- Regular international travel to conferences, project and customer meetings is required
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
- PhD or Master’s/Diploma degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related field
- At least 3-5 years of experience in optical telecommunications R&D (a PhD in optical communications counts toward this)
- In-depth understanding of fiber optics, optical transmission systems and digital communications, ideally including coherent WDM systems
- Strong programming skills (e.g. Python, MATLAB, C++) for signal processing, lab automation and data analysis
- Excellent presentation, communication and scientific writing skills, with the ability to address both technical and customer audiences
- Independent, structured way of working and the ability to drive projects
- Fluent written and spoken English; German is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with coherent optical transmission technologies, advanced modulation formats, forward-error correction (FEC), and digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms
- Hands-on experience with experimental transmission setups combining optical components and high-speed RF test equipment (e.g. BERTs, AWGs, real-time oscilloscopes, optical spectrum analyzers…)
- Publication record at leading conferences and journals (e.g. OFC, ECOC, JLT, PTL..)
- Experience in acquiring or working on publicly funded research projects (e.g. Horizon Europe or national programs)
- Hands-on experience with agentic AI for software development, report generation and automation of tasks
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in an international, multicultural environment
- Strong team-oriented and friendly work culture
- Flexible working hours model and the possibility of mobile working
- Internal training and professional development opportunities
- Kindergarten allowance as well as drinks and fruits for free
Skills Required
- PhD or Master's/Diploma degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field
- At least 3-5 years of experience in optical telecommunications research and development, unless substituted by a PhD in optical communications
- In-depth understanding of fiber optics, optical transmission systems, and digital communications
- Strong programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for signal processing, laboratory automation, and data analysis
- Excellent presentation, communication, and scientific writing skills
- Independent, structured work style and ability to drive projects
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Familiarity with coherent optical transmission technologies, advanced modulation formats, forward-error correction, and digital signal processing algorithms
- Hands-on experience with experimental transmission setups and high-speed RF test equipment
- Publication record at leading conferences and journals
- Experience acquiring or working on publicly funded research projects
- Hands-on experience with agentic AI for software development, report generation, and task automation
- German language skills
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.
