Senior Engineer Advanced Technology

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We are seeking a Senior Engineer Advanced Technology to join ADTRAN's Advanced Technology team in Munich, Germany. ADTRAN designs and manufactures optical connectivity solutions ranging from access networks to long‑haul systems, with a strong market presence across Europe. The role focuses on shaping the future of optical communication and fiber‑optic sensing technologies. The day‑to‑day work involves developing and defining specifications for optical transceivers, conducting laboratory experiments and field trials, and leading research projects in optical communications. You will manage publicly funded research initiatives, collaborate with R &D and product line management on novel technologies, protect innovations through patents, and influence technology strategy with strategic vendors and suppliers. Regular international travel is required to present findings at leading conferences and to meet customers and project partners. Candidates must hold a PhD or a Master's/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related discipline, and bring at least three to five years of experience in optical telecommunications R &D (a PhD in optical communications counts toward this). A deep understanding of fiber optics, optical transmission systems and digital communications, ideally coherent WDM, is essential, as are strong programming skills in Python, MATLAB or C++ for signal processing, lab automation and data analysis. Excellent presentation, communication and scientific writing abilities are required, together with an independent, structured work style and fluency in written and spoken English; German language skills are a plus. Preferred, but not mandatory, expertise includes familiarity with coherent optical transmission, advanced modulation formats, forward‑error correction and DSP algorithms, hands‑on experience with high‑speed RF test equipment and experimental transmission setups, a solid publication record at top conferences and journals, experience securing or participating in publicly funded research projects such as Horizon Europe, and practical use of agentic AI for software development and task automation. The position offers an international, multicultural environment, a friendly team culture, flexible working hours with mobile‑working options, internal training, professional development, a kindergarten allowance and complimentary drinks and fruit. What the role asks for: - PhD or Master's/Diploma in relevant engineering or science field - 3‑5 years experience in optical telecommunications R &D - In‑depth knowledge of fiber optics and optical transmission systems - Strong programming skills in Python, MATLAB or C++ - Excellent presentation, communication and scientific writing abilities - Independent, structured project‑driving work style - Fluent written and spoken English - German language proficiency (nice‑to‑have) - Familiarity with coherent optical transmission technologies (nice‑to‑have) - Hands‑on experience with high‑speed RF test equipment (nice‑to‑have) - Publication record at leading conferences/journals (nice‑to‑have) - Experience with publicly funded research projects (nice‑to‑have) - Experience with agentic AI for software development (nice‑to‑have)