Requisition Number: 76782
Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.
Role PurposeSenior Solutions ArchitectCorning is seeking a
Senior Solutions Architect to support the development and commercialization of connectivity solutions for a major hyperscale data center customer. In this role, you will work across customer, engineering, and internal business teams to translate technical requirements into practical, scalable solutions.
Key responsibilities include:- Gathering customer requirements and supporting solution development
- Acting as a technical interface between customers and internal engineering teams
- Coordinating prototype efforts and leading field trials for new products
- Developing installation, handling, and testing procedures
- Delivering training to customers, design teams, and contractors
- Supporting commercialization activities, including documentation, design tools, and cross-functional coordination
Required qualifications:- BS in Engineering Related Studies (i.e., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Optics)
- 5+ years of experience in telecommunications, data centers, or a related industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to distinguish color-coded cabling and optical fiber components
- Willingness to travel up to 25% and work outside standard business hours as needed
Preferred qualifications:- Project management or project coordination experience
- Strong knowledge of fiber optic products, structured cabling systems, and related installation practices
- Telecom manufacturing experience
- Background in engineering services, technical field support, or customer solution development
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive work to completion independently
This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $95,042.00 - $130,683.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning's total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That's why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
