AFL Telecommunications, LLC
Digital Solutions Engineer
AFL Telecommunications, LLC, Duncan, South Carolina, United States, 29334
Administration Center, SC, 170 Ridgeview Center Dr, Duncan, SC 29334, USA
AFL manufactures industry‑leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $2B in revenue, and employ approximately 11,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
What We Offer
Hybrid in‑office schedule for qualifying employees
Flexible time off policy
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!
AFL is seeking
Digital Solutions Engineer
to design and deliver innovative prototypes that validate emerging technologies in AI, automation, and system integration. This role combines hands‑on development with solution design, requiring strong technical skills. The Digital Solutions Engineer will collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive business impact.
Prototype Development
Build rapid prototypes and proof‑of‑concepts to validate emerging technology solutions across AI, automation, and integration domains
Develop functional demonstrations that prove or disprove technical and business hypotheses within tight timeframes
Create working integrations between systems to assess feasibility and implementation complexity
Construct interactive demos and user interfaces that help stakeholders visualize and test potential solutions
Write clean, well‑documented code that can be handed off to production teams for successful pilots
Develop automation workflows using low‑code platforms, scripting, and integration tools
Collaboration with Teams
Partner with Solutions Architects to translate solution designs into working prototypes
Work closely with the BI/Data team to integrate analytics, AI/ML models, and data pipelines into applications
Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements, gather feedback, and refine prototypes iteratively
Engage with enterprise IT and platform teams to understand technical constraints, security requirements, and integration patterns
Coordinate handoffs to production teams, including documentation, knowledge transfer, and transition support
Facilitate collaboration between BI/Data team and business units on data‑driven proof‑of‑concepts
Conduct hands‑on technical evaluations of emerging platforms, APIs, and tools
Contribute to proof‑of‑concept projects, demonstrating practical experience in rapid prototyping and software engineering
Assess integration complexity, performance characteristics, and scalability considerations
Identify technical risks, constraints, and requirements for potential implementations
Test vendor solutions and provide honest, data‑driven assessments of capabilities versus claims
Validate technical feasibility through working demonstrations rather than theoretical analysis
Stay current with the latest advancements in AI, automation, and emerging technologies
Research and experiment with new tools, platforms, and approaches worth exploring
Conduct thorough testing and validation to ensure the reliability and accuracy of prototypes and recommendations
Attend conferences, webinars, and training to build expertise in emerging technology domains
Share knowledge and learnings with the broader organization through documentation and presentations
Required Qualifications Technical Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree required.
3+ years of hands‑on software development, technical implementation, or solutions engineering experience
Experience building web applications, APIs, REST services, or system integrations
Working knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL), cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP), and API development
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and work with new technologies and platforms
Strong problem‑solving skills with ability to debug, troubleshoot, and work through ambiguity
AI & Automation Experience (Preferred)
Hands‑on experience with AI/ML technologies, LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure AI), or integrating pre‑built models
Ability to work with data scientists and understand how to integrate models into applications
Familiarity with automation platforms such as Power Automate, Zapier, n8n, or RPA tools
Experience with low‑code/no‑code platforms (Power Platform, Salesforce, ServiceNow, etc.)
Experience consuming and visualizing data from analytics platforms and APIs
Mindset & Approach
Balanced builder mentality: Comfortable with rapid prototyping while also maintaining production‑quality solutions
Experimental mindset: Willing to try, fail, learn, and iterate rapidly within time‑boxed constraints
Business orientation: Focused on outcomes and business impact, not just technical elegance
Collaborative team player who values partnership and knowledge sharing
Strong time management with ability to balance multiple priorities
Decision‑Making Autonomy: Moderate - Autonomy in technical implementation choices with guidance from Senior Engineers and Solutions Architects on complex decisions
Complexity of Role: High - Managing diverse prototype projects with emerging technologies and coordinating across multiple teams
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AFL manufactures industry‑leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $2B in revenue, and employ approximately 11,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
What We Offer
Hybrid in‑office schedule for qualifying employees
Flexible time off policy
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!
AFL is seeking
Digital Solutions Engineer
to design and deliver innovative prototypes that validate emerging technologies in AI, automation, and system integration. This role combines hands‑on development with solution design, requiring strong technical skills. The Digital Solutions Engineer will collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive business impact.
Prototype Development
Build rapid prototypes and proof‑of‑concepts to validate emerging technology solutions across AI, automation, and integration domains
Develop functional demonstrations that prove or disprove technical and business hypotheses within tight timeframes
Create working integrations between systems to assess feasibility and implementation complexity
Construct interactive demos and user interfaces that help stakeholders visualize and test potential solutions
Write clean, well‑documented code that can be handed off to production teams for successful pilots
Develop automation workflows using low‑code platforms, scripting, and integration tools
Collaboration with Teams
Partner with Solutions Architects to translate solution designs into working prototypes
Work closely with the BI/Data team to integrate analytics, AI/ML models, and data pipelines into applications
Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements, gather feedback, and refine prototypes iteratively
Engage with enterprise IT and platform teams to understand technical constraints, security requirements, and integration patterns
Coordinate handoffs to production teams, including documentation, knowledge transfer, and transition support
Facilitate collaboration between BI/Data team and business units on data‑driven proof‑of‑concepts
Conduct hands‑on technical evaluations of emerging platforms, APIs, and tools
Contribute to proof‑of‑concept projects, demonstrating practical experience in rapid prototyping and software engineering
Assess integration complexity, performance characteristics, and scalability considerations
Identify technical risks, constraints, and requirements for potential implementations
Test vendor solutions and provide honest, data‑driven assessments of capabilities versus claims
Validate technical feasibility through working demonstrations rather than theoretical analysis
Stay current with the latest advancements in AI, automation, and emerging technologies
Research and experiment with new tools, platforms, and approaches worth exploring
Conduct thorough testing and validation to ensure the reliability and accuracy of prototypes and recommendations
Attend conferences, webinars, and training to build expertise in emerging technology domains
Share knowledge and learnings with the broader organization through documentation and presentations
Required Qualifications Technical Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree required.
3+ years of hands‑on software development, technical implementation, or solutions engineering experience
Experience building web applications, APIs, REST services, or system integrations
Working knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL), cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP), and API development
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and work with new technologies and platforms
Strong problem‑solving skills with ability to debug, troubleshoot, and work through ambiguity
AI & Automation Experience (Preferred)
Hands‑on experience with AI/ML technologies, LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure AI), or integrating pre‑built models
Ability to work with data scientists and understand how to integrate models into applications
Familiarity with automation platforms such as Power Automate, Zapier, n8n, or RPA tools
Experience with low‑code/no‑code platforms (Power Platform, Salesforce, ServiceNow, etc.)
Experience consuming and visualizing data from analytics platforms and APIs
Mindset & Approach
Balanced builder mentality: Comfortable with rapid prototyping while also maintaining production‑quality solutions
Experimental mindset: Willing to try, fail, learn, and iterate rapidly within time‑boxed constraints
Business orientation: Focused on outcomes and business impact, not just technical elegance
Collaborative team player who values partnership and knowledge sharing
Strong time management with ability to balance multiple priorities
Decision‑Making Autonomy: Moderate - Autonomy in technical implementation choices with guidance from Senior Engineers and Solutions Architects on complex decisions
Complexity of Role: High - Managing diverse prototype projects with emerging technologies and coordinating across multiple teams
#LI-MB1
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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