Research Engineer
At a glance
Mid-level AI Research role at Viavisolutions. Stevenage · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate £31,000–£445,000 across the United Kingdom.
Viavisolutions has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
aimlroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build product software features in Python, using AI coding assistants to speed up development
- Help design, test and validate algorithms for wireless communications
- Run feasibility studies and interpret results from simulations
- Connect simulation tools to products through APIs and add automated tests to strengthen software quality
- Work with senior engineers who review your progress and provide mentorship
What you bring
- A master's degree in wireless communications, electrical engineering, computer science or a related subject
- Working knowledge of wireless and RF concepts, including propagation, antennas and network protocols
- Strong programming skills in Python and C or C++, plus physical-layer knowledge
- Experience using AI-assisted coding and debugging software through testing
Who this fits
This role suits someone seeking hands-on software development and applied work with wireless algorithms and simulation. It is based in Stevenage, United Kingdom, and includes regular mentoring and progress reviews from senior engineers.
From the employer
Summary:
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.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Would you like to work on real products, learn from world class engineers and scientists, and gain applied experience with digital twin and simulation technologies?
Join Marconi Labs and help shape the future of AI-powered software for real-world mobile networks. You'll work alongside leading engineers and scientists developing products used within the telecommunications industry.
What You'll Do:
- Develop software features using Python.
- Support the design, testing and validation of wireless communication algorithms.
- Conduct feasibility studies and analyse simulation results.
- Build APIs connecting simulation tools with products.
- Create automated tests and improve software quality.
- Use AI coding tools (e.g. Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT) to accelerate development.
- Collaborate with senior engineers who will mentor and review your progress regularly.
Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:
What You'll Bring:
- Masters in Wireless Communications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar
- Understanding of Wireless/RF fundamentals (propagation, antennas, network protocols)
- Solid programming fundamentals in Python and C/C++
- Knowledge of physical layer
- Experience in AI assisted software coding combined with ability to conduct testing / de-bugging software
If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.
VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer - minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.