Senior Engineer – Advanced Technology

Adtran

. Develop, characterize and define specifications for optical transceivers .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeMunich • GermanySeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in optical telecommunications R&D, with strong capabilities in fiber optics, optical transmission systems, and digital communications. Proficient in programming for signal processing and lab automation, alongside a solid publication record in leading conferences and journals.

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PhD In Electrical EngineeringOptical Telecommunications R&D ExperienceStrong Programming Skills (Python, MATLAB, C++)Hands-On Experience With Experimental Transmission SetupsFluent In English; German Is A Plus

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Hard Skills

Fiber OpticsOptical Transmission SystemsDigital CommunicationsCoherent WDM SystemsSignal ProcessingLab AutomationData AnalysisAdvanced Modulation FormatsDigital Signal Processing (DSP) AlgorithmsForward-Error Correction (FEC)

Soft Skills

Excellent Presentation SkillsStrong Communication SkillsScientific Writing SkillsIndependent WorkingStructured Project Management

Tools & Technologies

BERTsAWGsReal-Time OscilloscopesOptical Spectrum AnalyzersAgentic AI

Industry Keywords

Optical CommunicationsPublicly Funded Research ProjectsHorizon EuropeInternational ConferencesPatent Filings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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..)
Undertake regular international travel to conferences, project and customer meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
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

Comp & perks

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