Field Applications Engineer, Broadband Access

Kontron is a global leader in IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT). Kontron offers individual solutions in the areas of Internet of Things (IoT) and Industry 4.0 through a combined portfolio of hardware, software and services. With its standard and customized products based on highly reliable state-of-the-art technologies, Kontron provides secure and connected applications for a wide variety of industries. As a result, customers benefit from accelerated time-to-market, lower total cost of ownership, extended product lifecycles and the best fully integrated applications.

In addition to being an established global presence with opportunities for growth, Kontron encourages communication through all levels of the organization to ensure a common direction and allow our employees to make informed decisions. Our culture has been created by the people who work here, making Kontron a fast-paced, friendly, and enjoyable workplace with competitive salaries, and excellent benefits.

We have an exciting remote opportunity for a professional role as a Field Applications Engineer- Broadband 2 within our hardware sector to join our Kontron Family 

About Us

We are a leading provider of broadband access equipment, delivering innovative solutions that enable service providers to expand network capacity, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience. Our portfolio includes fiber (PON/FTTx) OLTs, ONTs, and wireless CPEs designed to meet the demands of large, regional, and rural service providers.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Field Applications Engineer (FAE) to join our customer-facing engineering team. The FAE will work closely with

sales, product management, and R&D teams to provide technical expertise, ensure successful customer evaluations, and support

deployments of our broadband access equipment. This role requires a strong technical background in access technologies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with customers in both pre-sales and post-sales engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pre-sales technical support to service providers, including product presentations, solution design, and technical proposals.
• Lead proof-of-concept (PoC) trials, lab evaluations, and field demonstrations of broadband access equipment.
• Assist customers with network design, integration, and interoperability testing with OSS/BSS, management platforms, and third-party systems.
• Act as a technical liaison between customers and internal teams (R&D, product management, and support).
• Deliver technical training and knowledge