Senior Director, Architectural Solutions & Engagement

Coherent Corp.; Saxonburg (PA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. seeks a leader in Architectural Solutions to drive external technical engagement and translate system-level requirements into company technology and architectural strategy.

This role operates at the intersection of customers, ecosystem partners, and internal research and engineering teams, engaging with hyperscalers and system companies to shape technical direction and translate insights into strategic opportunities for Coherent. Reports to the CTO.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field (PhD preferred).
• 15+ years of experience in photonics, datacenter, or communications systems.
• Deep understanding of system architectures and optical interconnect technologies.
• Proven experience engaging directly with top-tier customers and influencing technical direction.
• Track record of generating opportunities through technical engagement.
• Strong communication and external presence.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain deep technical relationships with key customers, including hyperscalers and system companies.
• Translate customer architectures and ecosystem developments into clear technology requirements to inform roadmaps.
• Develop architectural responses to advanced customer inquiries spanning multiple Business Groups or outside of any single group.
• Engage with startups, partners, and universities to monitor emerging technologies and develop partnerships.
• Represent Coherent at industry conferences, technical forums, and key customer engagements.

Skills

Strong communication

External presence

Education

PhD preferred in Electrical Engineering / Physics

Job description

Coherent Corp. seeks a leader in Architectural Solutions to drive external technical engagement and translate system-level requirements into company technology and architectural strategy.

This role operates at the intersection of customers, ecosystem partners, and internal research and engineering teams, engaging with hyperscalers and system companies to shape technical direction and translate insights into strategic opportunities for Coherent. Reports to the CTO.