Fellow / Distinguished Optics Engineer
Nokia - Sunnyvale, CA
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In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running.The Network Infrastructuregroup is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertiseJoin Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of finera is now part of the Nokia Corporation and its subsidiaries. When you apply, the information you share will be handled with care and used only for recruitment purposes within the group.QualificationsPh.D. or equivalent in EE, IC, Optical/Network Architecture15+ years in high-performance system architecture: ASICs, optics, PCB, thermal managementExperience defining and executing on multi terabit platformsExperience scaling architectures across data center and network infrastructure for scaleStrong publication and patent portfolio; leadership in standards and ecosystem initiativesResponsibilitiesDefine and deliver strategy for silicon ASICs (multi-terabit) and architecture of co-packaged optics platforms across inter / intra Data Center. Define cross-domain system architecture (ASIC, optics, PCB, backplane, cooling) to meet AI network requirements in performance, cost, power, space, efficiency, telemetry, and modularity Lead definition of integrated system development: hardware, optics, thermal, cooling, and packagingCollaborate with hyperscaler and service provider customers to align product features with real-world deployment needsLead innovation in co-packaged optics, open standards, and partner ecosystems (Inphi, OIF, IEEE) Evangelize AI networking advantages / impacts to enterprise, hyperscalers, and service providers Gain industry mindshare, publish in leading conferences, represent the company in standards bodies, and foster R&D and academic partnershipsPartner / Mentor team as well as cross organizations in R&D, PLM, Marketing, Services and Sales ensuring company success #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-17