Global Emerging Technologies and Innovation Senior Manager

AFL

Emerging Technologies and Innovation Senior Manager overseeing adoption of optical technologies in AI ecosystem. Collaborating with clients and partners to drive innovation in GPU clusters and Co-Packaged Optics.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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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