Senior Principal Optical Engineer - AI Infrastructure

Senior Principal Optical Engineer - AI Infrastructure

Supports the design, deployment, and operations of a large-scale global Oracle cloud computing environment (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - OCI). Primarily focused on development and support of AI cluster network fabric and GPU compute server systems through a combination of a deep level understanding of optical networking at the protocol and hardware level coupled with programming skills to support the intensive automation required to operate a production environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide subject matter expert technical leadership to engineering teams in the development, deployment and validation of high-speed optical transceivers (DC and WAN), fiber optic components, passive optical components and fiber assemblies.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of system requirements and translate them into detailed design specifications.
• Perform simulations and modeling to optimize transceiver performance and system integration.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, test engineering, manufacturing) to ensure deployment success.
• Coordinate with qualification teams and develop and execute comprehensive test plans to evaluate link performance and reliability for high availability of AI clusters and maximize workload performance.
• Conduct failure analysis, root cause engineering investigations and remediations/fixes with vendors and internal teams for production issues (HW/SW/FW).
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in optical technology, industry trends, and emerging standards (IEEE, OIF, and industry MSAs.). Participate in industry forums.
• Support source selection and vendor due diligence by providing technical expertise.
• Contribute to roadmap development for next generation interconnects.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics.
• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in the design, development. testing and installation of optical transceivers, fiber optic components, and passive optical components.
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure, server and switch platforms.
• Deep understanding of optical communication principles, including modulation formats, fiber optics, lasers, optical receivers, and link budgets.
• Proficiency in optical simulation and modeling tools (e.g., OptiSystem, RSoft, VPI).
• Extensive experience with optical test and measurement equipment and methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, OIF, industry MSAs) and their impact on product development.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with high-speed optical interconnect technologies (100G, 400G, 800G, etc.).
• Knowledge of transceiver design, optical packaging, assembly processes, lasers and failure modes.
• Track record of successful product development and commercialization for data center networks or AI fabric switches and GPUs.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law.