Commercial Technology Specialist, Data Center

Corning Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

Pension plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Commercial Technology Specialist for our Data Center team. You will be the main technical liaison between key customer accounts and Corning's technology and product groups, translating network architecture needs into new product and solution strategies.

This high-visibility role combines customer engagement, technical depth, and product commercialization. You will work with sales, product, engineering, and marketing to drive cabling solutions,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in the Data Center cabling infrastructure industry.
• Demonstrated experience engaging directly with customers to define technical requirements and drive solution adoption.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Data Center customers to identify network architecture needs and pain points.
• Partner with sales and product teams to drive adoption of new cabling solutions and field trials.
• Lead Voice of Customer research to understand current and future customer needs.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and marketing to advance development projects.
• Monitor competitive landscape and technology trends to position Corning for growth.

Skills

Customer engagement

Requirements gathering

Solution adoption

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field

Tools

Fiber optic theory

ISP/OSP knowledge

Job description

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Requisition Number: 77635.

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations– not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

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.

Scope of Role

Corning is seeking a Commercial Technology Specialist to join our Data Center team as the primary technical liaison between key customer accounts and Corning's technology and product organizations. In this role, you will identify customer network architecture needs, uncover emerging innovation opportunities, and translate those insights into new product and solution strategies. This is a high-visibility role at the intersection of customer engagement, technical depth, and new product commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage directly with Data Center customers to identify network architecture requirements, pain points, and technology inflection points — translating insights into actionable product and solution development opportunities
• Partner with sales and product teams to drive adoption of new cabling solutions, supporting customer qualification processes and field trials
• Lead Voice of Customer (VOC) research to develop a deep understanding of current and future customer needs within target accounts
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, engineering, and marketing to advance technology development projects from ideation through commercialization
• Monitor the competitive landscape and track emerging technology substitution risks to position Corning for long-term growth in the Data Center market

Location, Work Hours and Travel Requirements

• Location: Charlotte, NC
• Work Schedule: 40+ hours/week, Monday–Friday
• Travel: Up to 25% (domestic; international travel possible)

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in the Data Center cabling infrastructure industry
• Demonstrated experience engaging directly with customers to define technical requirements and drive solution adoption

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Familiarity with the Hyperscale Data Center market and its associated business dynamics
• Knowledge of Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) network design and cabling solutions
• Knowledge of Technology Vendor architectures and how third-party products interface with cabling infrastructure
• Knowledge of fiber optic theory, products, and installation methods

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $101,623.00 - $139,732.00 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.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail] .