Transport Network Applications Director

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Network-level, node-level, card-level and component-level modeling  of cost, performance, density, and power across the full spectrum of terrestrial and subsea wide-area optical networking applications.
• Deep engagement with industry thought-leaders (network operators, system architects) to anticipate and influence future application trends in wide-area networking. 
• Application, technology and product management ownership of Optical Channel Monitoring (OCM) and Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) products
• Collaborating closely with Product Management and Engineering teams within Transport BU to align networking applications & use-cases with technology and product roadmaps.
• Simulating transmission performance (OSNR) in multi-band amplified ROADM and point-to-point links, in both terrestrial and subsea networks.
• Collaborating closely with CTO office, Transmission BU and Datacom BU to identify and maximize technology synergies across Coherent’s full portfolio of networking solutions.
• Partner with Engineering and CTO office to define topics, scope and priorities for external outreach (Universities/Consortia) related to advance research that will enable future networking applications.
• Generating and sharing insights with Office of CTO and CMO in support of whitepapers, webinars and tradeshow collateral.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics.
• At least 10 years of experience in optical networking, with a proven track record of successfully anticipating and influencing market direction.
• Deep knowledge of optical networks and systems, applications, technologies, and solutions.
• Strong technical background and ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with customers 
• Passionate about technology, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
• Experience in identifying requirements for advance technology development ahead of product development.
• Experience in identifying and protecting valuable Intellectual Property
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with Product Management, Product Development, CTO/CMO offices, and Sales teams

Skills

• Strong analytical skills 
• Proven ability to distill complex data into persuasive insights
• Broad network of industry contacts within Transport networking domain
• Strong interpersonal, teaming, and problem-solving skills.
• Work effectively with other members of Coherent Corp

Working Conditions

• Travel of roughly 15% will be required to Coherent Sites and Customer visits.

Physical Requirements

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.