Remote Solutions Architect - Optical Interconnect Standards

3M; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 188,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

3M seeks a Solutions Architect - Standards to represent the company in optical interconnect standards bodies and to lead technical contributions. The role translates standards activity into actionable input for product teams and builds partnerships with hyperscale data centers.

Remote, US-based role with travel up to 30% domestically/internationally. Requires a Bachelor's or higher and experience with OIF, IEC, IEEE, MSAs; relocation may be authorized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher completed and verified prior to start.
• Five years of experience with optical interconnect, co-packaged optics or data center connectivity in various environments.
• Experience with standards organizations or MSAs (e.g., OIF, IEC, IEEE).

Responsibilities

• Represent 3M in optical interconnect standards bodies (IEEE/IEC/OIF/MSAs).
• Lead technical contributions, drafting specifications, and acting as editor or contributor.
• Translate standards activity into actionable input for product/technology teams.
• Build technical partnerships with hyperscale data center customers and vendors.
• Develop demos and support marketing efforts for EBO capabilities.

Skills

Optical interconnect

Co-packaged optics

Data center connectivity

Industry standards

MSA participation

Technical communication

Customer focus

Relationship building

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master's degree

Job description

3M seeks a Solutions Architect - Standards to represent the company in optical interconnect standards bodies and to lead technical contributions. The role translates standards activity into actionable input for product teams and builds partnerships with hyperscale data centers.

Remote, US-based role with travel up to 30% domestically/internationally. Requires a Bachelor's or higher and experience with OIF, IEC, IEEE, MSAs; relocation may be authorized.