# Senior Hardware Engineer- Optical

Hiring organization: [Adtran](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/adtran)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/7b7293cd-fa02-4fd8-bc64-93b4e17de000

Listed on Adtran's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Atlanta, GA

## Summary

ADTRAN is hiring an optical hardware engineer to design and validate components for next-generation DWDM transport systems, working across optical subsystems, mixed-signal electronics, and test automation. The role suits someone with hands-on experience in optical communications or hardware development who enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex networking challenges.

_Our summary, not Adtran's wording._

## Skills named

Analog Electronics, C++, Digital Electronics, LabVIEW, Test Automation, Visual Basic

## Required

- BS in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline
- Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience in optical communications, test and measurement systems, 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

## Nice to have

- MS degree
- 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 including Telcordia, IEC, and ITU
- Experience working with external vendors and technology suppliers

Apply on Adtran's site: https://adtran.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ADTRAN/job/Atlanta-GA/Senior-Hardware-Engineer--Optical_R005652