Principal Field Application Engineer - Optical Connectivity
Core
Principal Field Application Engineer driving design wins and leading co-development for high-speed optical and copper interconnect solutions in AI data centers.
Role type
Principal Field Application Engineer (Optical Connectivity)
Builds
High-speed analog ICs for optical and copper interconnect (drivers, TIAs, redrivers) for AI networks
Domain
Data Center Infrastructure / High-Speed Optical Connectivity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Signal integrity (high-speed principles, modulation, channel modeling, equalization), Optical transceiver architecture, High-speed PCB design, High-speed test equipment, IEEE 802.3 and OIF standards, Hyperscaler data center architectures
Preferred skills
LPO, LRO, and CPO architectures, High-speed laser/modulator drivers, TIAs, redrivers, and/or DSPs, Industry standards bodies participation (IEEE 802.3, OIF)
Technologies
Network analyzers, BER testers, oscilloscopes
Responsibilities
Drive design wins for high-speed drivers and TIAs, Lead co-development initiatives for next-generation technologies (1.6T, 3.2T+), Provide pre-sales and post-sales customer support, Troubleshoot and debug complex technical issues, Influence product management and R&D priorities based on customer insights
Seniority
Principal, strategic advisor & hands-on IC