SR MGR R&D;/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEERINGJob OverviewSr. Manager, Product Development Engineer – Passive Optical Engineering, Digital Data Networks (DDN) Unit | TE ConnectivityThe Opportunity Join TE Connectivity's cutting‑edge Passive Optics organization as a Product Development Engineering Manager and help pioneer the next generation of optical interconnect solutions powering AI and hyperscale computing. You'll tackle complex engineering challenges in fiber optics, working with advanced materials and precision manufacturing to create products that enable the world's most demanding data center applications.Why This Role MattersAs AI workloads demand unprecedented bandwidth and reliability, optical interconnect engineering has become mission‑critical. You'll be at the forefront of solving complex technical challenges that directly enable the AI revolution while advancing TE's leadership in high‑performance optical connectivity.Job RequirementsWhat You'll EngineerAdvanced Optical Design & DevelopmentOptical System Design: Develop creative FAU (Fiber Attachment Unit) fiber optic connectors for attachment to the PIC (Photonic Integrated Circuit), cable assemblies, and optical components using advanced modeling and simulation toolsPrecision Engineering: Design sub‑micron tolerance systems ensuring optimal optical performance across temperature ranges and environmental conditionsPerformance Optimization: Engineer solutions for critical optical parameters including insertion loss, return loss, backscatter and optical power managementMaterials & Thermal EngineeringThermal Stability: Analyze and optimize material properties for thermal cycling, coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) matching, and long‑term stabilityMaterials Selection: Evaluate and specify advanced polymers, ceramics, and metallic materials for optical applicationsEnvironmental Testing: Design and execute comprehensive test protocols for temperature, humidity, vibration, and mechanical stress validationAdvanced Optical ConceptsOptical Coupling: Design and optimize grating couplers, edge couplers, and fiber‑to‑chip interfaces for maximum efficiencyPolarization Management: Develop solutions for polarization‑dependent loss (PDL), polarization mode dispersion (PMD), and state of polarization controlBeam Management: Engineer systems for optimal beam pointing stability, diffraction control, and optical path managementOptical Modeling: Utilize ray tracing, wave optics simulation, and finite element analysis for design optimizationProduct Development & ValidationPrototyping: Lead rapid prototyping efforts from concept through production‑ready designsTesting & Characterization: Develop comprehensive test methodologies for optical performance,



reliability, and manufacturing qualityCross‑functional Collaboration: Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and product management teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM)What your background should look likeEssential QualificationsEducation: BS/MS in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical fieldExperience: 7‑10 years in optical product development, fiber optics, or photonics engineeringTechnical Expertise: Hands‑on experience with optical design tools (Zemax, Code V, BeamPROP, or similar) and physics of optical coupling structuresMaterials Knowledge: Understanding of optical materials, thermal properties, and mechanical behavior of polymers, glasses and ceramicsCore Technical CompetenciesOptical Theory: Deep understanding of geometric and wave optics, polarization, diffraction, and scattering phenomenaPrecision Manufacturing: Experience with sub‑micron tolerancing, precision molding, and optical assembly processes, thin film optical coating technologiesMeasurement Systems: Proficiency with optical test equipment (OSAs, OTDRs, interferometers, polarimeters)Modeling & Simulation: Experience with finite element analysis (ANSYS, COMSOL) and optical simulation softwareSpecialized Knowledge AreasFiber Optics: Single‑mode (SM), multi‑mode (MM) and polarization‑maintaining (PM) fiber properties, splice loss mechanisms, and connector design principlesThermal Analysis: Thermal modeling, CTE matching, and temperature‑dependent optical performanceManufacturing Processes: Injection molding, precision machining, optical polishing, and assembly automationReliability Engineering: Accelerated testing, failure analysis, and statistical quality control methodsProfessional SkillsTeam Leadership & Development: Proven ability to build and lead high‑performing engineering teams with demonstrated experience in performance management, talent development, technical decision‑making and successful career progression planning for technical staffProblem Solving: Creative approach to complex technical challenges with systematic troubleshooting methodologyCommunication: Ability to present technical concepts to cross‑functional teams and document detailed engineering specificationsProject Management:



Experience managing multiple development projects with competing priorities and tight timelinesContinuous Learning: Commitment to staying current with emerging optical technologies and industry trendsPreferred QualificationsAdvanced Degree: MS/PhD in Optics, Photonics, or Materials ScienceIndustry Experience: Background in telecommunications, data center, or high‑speed interconnect marketsStandards Knowledge: Familiarity with IEC, TIA/EIA, and IEEE optical connector standardsProgramming Skills: MATLAB, Python, or other technical computing languagesPatent Experience: Track record of intellectual property development and technical innovationCompetenciesSET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)CompensationCompetitive base salary commensurate with experience: $180.400 – $270,500 (subject to change dependent on physical location)Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + BenefitsBenefitsA comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUDTE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.Com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.Com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.EOE, Including Disability/VetsTE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.Job Locations#Remote, California #RemoteUnited StatesPosting City: #RemoteJob Country: United StatesTravel Required: Less than 10%Requisition ID: 150534Workplace Type: RemoteExternal Careers Page: Engineering & Technology#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Sr Mgr R&D/Product Dvl Engineering - $180,400 - $270,500 A Year - Remote (Toronto)
🏢 TE Connectivity
📍 Toronto