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Principle Duties and Essential Functions
Support the architecture, design, and validation of high‑speed RFICs (Laser Drivers, TIAs, analog front‑ends) for optical transceivers and optical engines
Define RFIC specifications and roadmaps aligned with coherent and direct‑detect optical platforms (100G, 800G ZR / ZR+, 1.6T ZR / ZR+)
Own technology selection and trade‑offs across SiGe BiCMOS, RF CMOS, and advanced foundry processes
Drive RFIC development through the full lifecycle: concept → silicon → bring‑up → DVT → PVT → MP
Ensure RFIC performance against key metrics: bandwidth, noise, linearity, output swing, power, and robustness
Mentor and technically guide RFIC engineers and junior designers
Support recruitment and capability building (RFIC design, CAD, layout)
Contribute to long‑term technology strategy and next‑generation optical engine concepts
Represent RFIC technology internally and externally (foundries, partners, universities)
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related field
5+ years’ experience in high‑speed analog / RFIC design
Proven experience with optical transceiver or optical engine RFICs a
Deep expertise in:
RFIC and high‑speed analog circuit design
Laser Drivers, TIAs, coherent / high‑speed analog front‑ends
Noise, linearity, signal integrity, and power optimization
Strong experience with Cadence design flow (Virtuoso, Spectre, EM tools)
Experience supporting silicon bring‑up, characterization, and qualification
Solid understanding of electro‑optic integration with Silicon Photonics
Good communication skills across disciplines and geographies
Comfortable working in a matrix, multi‑site organization
Benefits
Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment
Strong team-oriented, friendly work culture
Flexible working hours model
Internal training program
Fitness, commuting and kindergarten allowances as well as drinks and fruits for free
Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products
Skills Required
- MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in high-speed analog or RFIC design
- Experience with optical transceiver or optical engine RFICs
- Expertise in RFIC and high-speed analog circuit design
- Experience designing laser drivers, TIAs, and coherent or high-speed analog front-ends
- Expertise in noise, linearity, signal integrity, and power optimization
- Strong experience with Cadence design flow, including Virtuoso, Spectre, and EM tools
- Experience supporting silicon bring-up, characterization, and qualification
- Understanding of electro-optic integration with Silicon Photonics
- Good communication skills across disciplines and geographies
- Ability to work in a matrix, multi-site organization
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.
