Silicon Photonics Test Engineer (M/F/D)

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📍 Berlin, GermanyFull time
Full timeAdtran Networks SE

About this role

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Principle duties and essential functions

  • Lead die-level DC and RF testing of active and passive silicon photonic devices

  • Die and evaluation board (EVB)-level testing, FMA, DVT of monolithically integrated silicon photonic – RFIC subsystems and coherent silicon photonics transceivers

  • Die-level DC and RF testing of active III-V devices (edge emitting lasers and VCSELs)

  • Perform reliability tests on optical components and modules (e.g. GR-468)

  • Provide high-quality and precision measurement data to silicon photonic, firmware, RFIC and laser design teams

  • Implement and continuously optimize automatic tests where appropriate, build and improve test stations when needed

  • Develop and properly maintain required ATE SW in Git or similar SW version control tools

  • Provide layout and test implementation feedback to respective design teams in order to speed up testing and increase utilization of test automation

  • Provide internal input into design, NPI, manufacturing and quality management teams

  • Plan testing schedules with respect to development roadmap and foundry tapeout schedules

  • Supervise and train company engineering staff in DC-, RF-, and optoelectrical measurement methods and best practices

Knowledge, skills and experience required

  • PhD or MS in electrical engineering, physics or a relevant field

  • In-depth knowledge of semiconductor physics and electromagnetics

  • In-depth knowledge of optical communications theory and digital communications theory

  • Expertise and experience in testing active and passive optoelectronic devices and integrated photonic circuits die-level, module-level and system-level

  • Solid knowledge and experience with test automation

  • Understanding of device reliability and module-level qualification of products

  • Excellent work ethic and ‘can do’ attitude

  • Delivery oriented and self-motivated

  • Desire for continuous learning and self-development

Benefits

  • Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment

  • Strong team-oriented, friendly work culture

  • Flexible working hours model

  • Internal training program

  • Benefit card

  • Child care allowance as well as drinks and fruits for free 

  • Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products

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Is the Silicon Photonics Test Engineer (M/F/D) role at adtran full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Silicon Photonics Test Engineer (M/F/D) role in the Adtran Networks SE department at adtran.
Which team or department does the Silicon Photonics Test Engineer (M/F/D) at adtran belong to?
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When was the Silicon Photonics Test Engineer (M/F/D) job at adtran posted?
This Silicon Photonics Test Engineer (M/F/D) position at adtran was posted on Jul 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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