AFL

Global Emerging Technologies and Innovation Senior Manager

AFL

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Dallas • Texas • United States

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Drive the adoption of next-gen optical technologies within the AI Scale-Up ecosystem.
  • Act as the bridge between R&D, hyperscale clients, OEMs, and System Integrators.
  • Position solutions as the "connective mesh" for future GPU clusters and Co-Packaged Optics.
  • Navigate the AI Hardware Supply Chain and cultivate deep technical partnerships with key OEMs and ODMs.
  • Develop specific engagement strategies for partner networks.
  • Lead initiatives to qualify fiber and optical components into OEM reference designs.
  • Maintain relationships with Lead Architects at major tech companies.
  • Develop specific Solution Portfolios based on emerging fiber technologies and track technology strategies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Optics, Physics, or related field; MBA or advanced technical (PhD/MS) degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in product development, strategic marketing, or technology partnerships in the optical communications, Semiconductor, or data center hardware.
  • Ecosystem Knowledge: Proven track record of working within the OEM/ODM and System Integrator ecosystem.
  • Deep familiarity with the design cycles and qualification processes of major hardware manufacturers.
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong technical grasp of Co-Packaged Optics (CPO), silicon photonics, advanced semiconductor packaging, and the role of glass/fiber in high-performance computing (HPC).
  • Deep understanding of AI/ML architectures, optical fiber technologies, and hyperscale data center requirements.
  • Experience collaborating with global teams and navigating complex customer ecosystems.
  • Active participation in industry standards bodies (TIA, OIF, IEEE, IEC) is a plus.
Benefits
  • Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
optical technologiesCo-Packaged Opticssilicon photonicsadvanced semiconductor packagingfiber technologieshigh-performance computingproduct developmentstrategic marketingtechnology partnershipsdesign cycles
Soft Skills
relationship managementcollaborationstrategic thinkingcommunicationleadershipengagement strategiesnavigating complex ecosystemstechnical partnership cultivationinitiative leadershipproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreePhDMBA