Hiring: Director System Application Engineering Company: Lumilens Location: San Jose, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:33:35 Target Skills & Keywords : Product Strategy, Systems Engineering, Systems Integration About the job Experience: •10+ years of experience in optical systems, networking, or high-speed interconnects, with progressive leadership responsibility Required Skills: •Lead System Applications Engineering Function Build, scale, and lead a high-performing team of system and applications engineers supporting global customer deployments •Own Customer Technical Engagement Strategy Serve as the executive-level technical interface for key customers, shaping system-level solutions and long-term partnerships •Drive End-to-End System Integration Excellence Oversee bring-up, validation, and optimization of optical links across AI networking platforms, ensuring performance, reliability, and interoperability •Resolve Complex System-Level Challenges Lead cross-functional efforts to debug and resolve issues spanning optical modules, DSPs, switches, and system architectures •Influence Product & Roadmap Decisions Translate customer insights and field learnings into actionable input for product, engineering, and go-to-market strategies •Establish Scalable Processes & Best Practices Define standards for customer support, escalation management, system validation, and deployment methodologies •Lead Customer Demos & Strategic Engagements Oversee high-impact evaluations, proof-of-concepts, and design wins with leading AI infrastructure customers •Stay Ahead of Industry Trends Guide internal strategy by maintaining deep expertise in AI networking, optical interconnects, and next-generation switch architectures Qualifications: •Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field •Deep expertise in optical transceivers, DSP architectures, and high-speed link performance and debugging •In-depth knowledge of AI networking systems, including 51.2T and next-generation switch architectures •Demonstrated success in leading customer-facing engineering teams and delivering complex system deployments •Background at a leading optical transceiver, networking systems, or hyperscale infrastructure company highly preferred •Exceptional communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence both technical and business stakeholders •Demonstrated ability to operate cross-functionally and drive alignment across engineering, product, and commercial teams Compensation: •Competitive salary and significant equity in a high-growth, well-funded startup Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!