Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled
System Application Engineer (Optical) to support next-generation AI networking platforms and high-speed optical interconnects. In this role, you will work directly with customers deploying 800G and 1.6T optical transceivers on 51.2T-class and next-generation switches. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in optical transceiver operation, DSP configuration, and AI switch architectures-and thrives at the intersection of applications engineering, customer support, and system integration.
Key Responsibilities- Provide expert technical support for 51.2T and future-generation switch architectures, with a strong focus on 800G and 1.6T optical transceivers.
- Serve as the primary customer-facing technical lead, understanding customer requirements and delivering tailored system-level solutions.
- Debug and resolve complex interoperability issues involving AI networking switches, DSPs, and high-speed optical modules.
- Lead customer demos, evaluations, and hands-on system bring-up, including switch configuration, link validation, and performance tuning.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with optical, hardware, software, mechanical, and thermal engineering teams to ensure seamless product integration.
- Stay current with industry standards and trends in AI networking, optical transceivers, and switch architectures to guide internal and customer roadmaps.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
- Strong understanding of optical transceivers, including architecture, configuration, and performance characteristics.
- Extensive hands-on experience with DSP bring-up, transceiver configuration, and high-speed link debugging.
- In-depth familiarity with AI networking switch architectures and Layer 1/Layer 2 configurations.
- Experience working with 800G optical modules and 51.2T-class switches (experience with 1.6T modules or next-gen switches is a strong plus).
- Previous experience at a leading optical transceiver or networking systems company is highly preferred.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and customer-facing skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into actionable insights.
- Strong ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with global, cross-functional teams.
Benefits:- Competitive salary and significant equity compensation in a rapidly growing, well-funded startup.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible time off policy.
- Direct impact on groundbreaking technology shaping the future of AI and data centers.
- Opportunity to work with a highly experienced and collaborative team.
- Dynamic and innovative work environment
- Opportunity for rapid career growth
