Early Careers Rotational Program - R&D Engineer (AI)

VIAVI Solutions • Colorado Springs, CO

117d • $73,500 - $136,500

About The Position

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company - to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers. Kick-start your professional adventure in our R D Excellence Centers by joining multiple expert teams in an international rotation program. During this 2 year program you will be able to develop your skills at the forefront of leading edge technology, while also earning a competitive salary and complete benefits and that's just the beginning! Once you complete this exciting program, you will continue your career within VIAVI collaborating with and contributing to your designated team. You will directly contribute to our solutions which are effectively used in a high variety of industries as we enable our customers to adapt and thrive by transforming complexity through visibility and actionable insight.

Requirements

• Undergrad or Graduate degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or Computer Engineering with a software/AI focus.
• Strong Python programming skills, including experience writing clean, maintainable, well-tested code in AI/ML projects.
• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and related APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Hugging Face).
• Hands-on exposure to GenAI through projects, hackathons, internships, or research.
• Understanding of how AI agents can be orchestrated, guided and controlled.
• Ability to apply ethical reasoning and safe practices when designing, prototyping, or testing AI solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in agile, collaborative team environments with strong communication skills.
• Capacity to learn new technologies quickly and pivot across diverse AI and data science problem spaces.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, SQL, and RDBMS.
• Familiarity with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript.

Responsibilities

• Work with teammates to solve problems and build innovative software and hardware solutions.
• Help customers design, deploy and optimize networks for 5G, 4G, and all types of wireless networks.
• Enable cable systems and services, high-speed data centers, and ensure safe aircraft operations.
• Build modern software systems to assure high-level service to customers.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Repair and Maintenance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree