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ADTRAN is seeking a highly motivated Optical Hardware Engineer to join our team developing next-generation DWDM optical transport solutions. This role will contribute to the design, evaluation, qualification, and integration of advanced optical components and subsystems used in high-performance optical networking products. The successful candidate will collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines to develop innovative solutions that meet demanding performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost objectives.
This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that enable the future of optical communication networks while participating throughout the entire product development lifecycle.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesOptical System Development- Define specifications, evaluate performance, qualify, and integrate passive and active optical components and subsystems.
- Support the development of DWDM optical communication systems incorporating:
- DWDM modules
- ROADMs (Reconfigurable Optical Add-Drop Multiplexers)
- Wavelength-selective switches
- Optical amplifiers
- Laser and photodetector-based subsystems
- Analyze system performance and support optical design trade-off studies.
- Collaborate with component suppliers and technology partners to evaluate emerging optical technologies.
- Design and develop electronic circuits for laser, photodetector, and optical subsystem control.
- Implement and optimize analog and digital control algorithms.
- Contribute to mixed-signal hardware development and troubleshooting activities.
- Provide PCB layout guidance and participate in schematic, layout, and design reviews.
- Support hardware integration, verification, and product qualification activities.
- Perform hands-on laboratory testing, characterization, and validation of optical components and subsystems.
- Develop software tools and automation solutions for:
- Instrument control
- Data acquisition
- Test monitoring
- Performance characterization
- Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to identify performance trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Develop and execute qualification and reliability test plans.
- Work closely with optical, electrical, mechanical, firmware, software, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams.
- Drive technical solutions that balance performance, packaging, interface, reliability, and cost requirements.
- Participate in design reviews and support root-cause analysis and corrective actions when necessary.
- Create and maintain high-quality engineering documentation, reports, specifications, and test procedures.
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
- MS degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Optical communications
- Test and measurement systems
- Hardware development
- Mixed-signal electronics
- Photonics or related technologies
- Understanding of optical communication systems and optical networking technologies.
- Experience with test equipment and laboratory measurement techniques.
- Knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
- Experience with mixed-signal circuit design and debugging.
- Familiarity with laser and photodetector control systems.
- Ability to analyze technical data and solve complex engineering problems.
Experience with one or more of the following is desirable:
- Visual Basic
- Microsoft Excel automation
- LabVIEW
- C++
- Test automation and data acquisition software development
- Experience with DWDM transmission systems.
- Knowledge of ROADMs, wavelength-selective switching technologies, and optical amplifiers.
- Familiarity with analog servo-loop control systems.
- Experience supporting products through the complete development lifecycle from concept through production.
- Knowledge of optical component reliability and qualification requirements.
- Familiarity with industry standards including:
- Telcordia
- IEC
- ITU
- Experience working with external vendors and technology suppliers.
Skills Required
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline
- MS degree in a related field
- Minimum of 2 years relevant engineering experience in optical communications, test and measurement, hardware development, mixed-signal electronics, or photonics
- Understanding of optical communication systems and optical networking technologies
- Experience with test equipment and laboratory measurement techniques
- Knowledge of analog and digital electronics
- Experience with mixed-signal circuit design and debugging
- Familiarity with laser and photodetector control systems
- Ability to analyze technical data and solve complex engineering problems
- Experience with Visual Basic, Microsoft Excel automation, LabVIEW, C++, or test automation and data acquisition software
- Experience with DWDM transmission systems
- Knowledge of ROADMs, wavelength-selective switching technologies, and optical amplifiers
- Familiarity with analog servo-loop control systems
- Experience supporting products through complete development lifecycle from concept through production
- Knowledge of optical component reliability and qualification requirements
- Familiarity with industry standards (Telcordia, IEC, ITU)
- Experience working with external vendors and technology suppliers
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.
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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.
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