Lead Systems Application Engineer (software)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead software-driven system integration for 51.2T and next-gen switches, including API configuration, automation frameworks, and module management for 800G/1.6T optical transceivers.
• Serve as the primary technical interface for customers, interpreting system requirements and delivering software-supported, end-to-end solutions.
• Debug complex interoperability issues spanning switch OS/SDKs, DSP firmware, protocol stacks (L1/L2), and optical module control interfaces.
• Create and run customer demos, software workflows, and validation scripts, including switch bring-up, link diagnostics, and performance verification.
• Collaborate across software, optical, hardware, thermal, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure clean, scalable integration of optical modules into AI networking environments.
• Develop scripts, tools, and automation (Python or similar) to accelerate triage, link tuning, and test execution.
• Stay current on industry standards and emerging technologies in AI networking, module management protocols, and switch software architectures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong understanding of optical transceivers, including control interfaces, configuration protocols, and performance metrics.
• Extensive hands-on experience with DSP configuration tools, module firmware interaction, and high-speed link debugging.
• Deep familiarity with AI networking switch software, including OS/SDK configuration, management protocols, and Layer 1/Layer 2 behavior.
• Prior experience with leading optical-transceiver or networking-system companies is a strong plus.
• Strong proficiency with Python or similar scripting languages for automation, debug, and system-level validation.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and customer-facing skills, with the ability to translate complex software/system issues into actionable solutions.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments and collaborate effectively across dispersed, cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and significant equity compensation in a rapidly growing, well-funded startup.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Direct impact on groundbreaking technology shaping the future of AI and data centers.
• Opportunity to work with a highly experienced and collaborative team.
• Dynamic and innovative work environment.