Early Careers Rotational Program Development Engineer - Software Engineering/AI Track

VIAVI Solutions; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions is offering a two-year rotation program in our R&D Excellence Centers in the United States. Participants will join multiple expert teams to develop cutting‑edge technology, gain hands‑on experience, and advance their careers by contributing to real-world projects.

You will work across software and hardware domains, collaborate with peers, and grow technical and problem‑solving skills while engaging in a global network of professionals.

Qualifications

• Undergrad or graduate degree in CS/EE/CE or equivalent.
• Experience with C/C++, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Linux and networking basics.
• Familiar with AI/LLM concepts and API integration.

Responsibilities

• Join multiple expert teams in an international rotation program.
• Develop skills at the forefront of technology over two years.
• Collaborate with designated teams to contribute solutions.

Skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Adaptability

Willing to relocate

Education

Bachelor's or higher in CS/EE/CE

Tools

C/C++

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

Linux

Networking protocols (TCP/IP, 802.11, Bluetooth)

RESTful API

Job description

Summary

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) has a 90+ year history of technical innovations that have evolved to keep pace and address our customer’s most pressing business issues. We make equipment, software, and systems that help to plan, deploy, certify, monitor, and optimize all kinds of networks - like those for mobile phones, service providers, large businesses and data centers. And, we are also at the forefront of optical security – we bend light to develop and deliver optical solutions that provide security to the world’s currencies and safety and performance applications for consumer electronics and spectrometry.

Summary

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) has a 90+ year history of technical innovations that have evolved to keep pace and address our customer’s most pressing business issues. We make equipment, software, and systems that help to plan, deploy, certify, monitor, and optimize all kinds of networks - like those for mobile phones, service providers, large businesses and data centers. And, we are also at the forefront of optical security – we bend light to develop and deliver optical solutions that provide security to the world’s currencies and safety and performance applications for consumer electronics and spectrometry.

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 fierce 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

Program Description

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.

About us

VIAVI Engineers work with teammates to solve problems and build innovative software and hardware solutions that help our customers design, deploy and optimize all types of networks which enable their customers cell phone data and voice services for 5G, 4G and all types of wireless networks, enable cable systems and services, enable high speed data centers to operate, enable aircraft to fly safely, and enable your local government, police, fire departments, and military to operate radio communication. In addition, VIAVI Engineers build modern software systems to assure that all forms of information communication provide high level service to customers.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements

Requirements

We look for people who are enthusiastic about innovation and cutting-edge technologies to provide products to customers. If you are passionate about product quality and thrive on collaborating and communicating with Agile teams and leadership regarding designs, project progress and issue resolution, then VIAVI is a good place for you! You will also be expected to demonstrate an ability to continuously learn relevant new technologies, tools, methods and processes to leverage in your solutions. At VIAVI you are part of a team that is the link between abstract concepts and delivered solutions - the one who solves problems, and creates solutions that will impact millions of people all over the world.

To be considered for this program, you should possess the following:

• Undergrad or Graduate Degree from an accredited university in one of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• Experience with C/C++ or Java, JavaScript / TypeScript, Linux, exposure to networking protocols (ie. TCP/IP, 802.11, Bluetooth), and RESTful API integration.
• Familiar with Large Language Models, AI-assisted coding, and agentic workflows.
• Some engineering related experience outside of the classroom environment like an internship/Co-Op, hackathon, research project, or related experience.
• Demonstrated skills in time management and ability work in a collaborative/team environment
• Capability to quickly adapt to new projects and changing priorities when needed.
• Ability/Desire to work on a temporary assignment in another country/location

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.