Job Title: Senior Field Applications Engineer Company Name: TE Connectivity Job Url: https://www.simplyhired.com/job/e-YcxX0lAUFVYsLhDx4K5mkrGnM7Mew6CgRjEFqnZ1sZ57GQymz0-w Job Description: SR Field Applications Engineer - Passive Optical Connectivity TE Connectivity San Jose, CA Job Details $135,800 - $203,700 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Disability insurance Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication 3D CAD modeling Engineering testing Requirements specification Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Technical documentation Bachelor of Science Engineering System design Laboratory experience Electrical engineering Technical support Optics Fiber splicing Bachelor's degree Requirements analysis Physics Technical writing Senior level Electrical Engineering AI Cross-functional collaboration Leadership Communication skills Cross-functional communication Engineering validation Creo Parametric Full Job Description Join TE Connectivity's Passive Optical Connectivity team as a Field Applications Engineer and become a technical specialist who directly supports customers implementing cutting-edge silicon photonics and optical interconnect solutions. You'll work closely with customers to solve complex optical connectivity challenges while developing deep expertise in AI and hyperscale computing applications. As AI architectures drive unprecedented demand for high-performance optical connectivity, field applications engineers are essential for customer technical success. You'll be the technical bridge between TE's innovative passive optical solutions and customer implementation success, directly enabling next-generation AI and data center applications. **THIS IS A REMOTE OPPORTUNITY FOR CANDIDTES THAT LIVE IN SILICON VALLEY** Job Requirements Customer Technical Support & Application Engineering Direct Customer Engagement: Provide technical support and applications engineering for passive optical connectivity solutions including Silicon Photonics and PIC coupling applications Technical Problem Solving: Support customers with fiber optic connector selection, optical performance optimization, and system integration challenges Application Development: Work with customers to develop and validate optical connectivity solutions for single-fiber, multi-fiber (MT based), and expanded beam applications Customer Training: Conduct technical training sessions on fiber optic inspection, cleaning, testing methodologies, and best practices Optical System Analysis & Design Support Performance Analysis: Support customers with optical channel loss budget calculations, insertion loss (IL) and return loss (RL) analysis Connector Performance Validation: Assist customers in validating optical fiber connector performance and system integration requirements Design Collaboration: Work with customers using 3D CAD tools (Creo, SolidWorks) to support mechanical integration and optical system design Testing Support: Provide hands-on support for fiber optic testing, inspection equipment usage, and performance validation Technical Expertise Development & Application Silicon Photonics Applications: Develop expertise in PIC (Photonic Integrated Circuit) coupling structures and fiber attachment unit (FAU) solutions Polarization Management: Support customers with polarization maintaining fiber applications, fusion splicing, and fiber polarity management Polarity Management: Mastery of fiber polarity management methods and fiber optic shuffle techniques Optical Performance Optimization: Provide technical guidance on optical lens performance, pointing accuracy, and return loss characteristics Laser System Integration: Support customers with laser power considerations, performance requirements, and system stability optimization Customer Requirements & Communication Requirements Capture: Document customer technical requirements and application challenges for communication to internal teams Technical Documentation: Create application notes, technical guides, and customer-specific documentation Cross-functional Support: Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, and System Architecture teams to address customer needs Market Intelligence: Gather and communicate customer feedback on product performance and market requirements What your background should look like Education: BS in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related technical field Experience: 5-7 years in optical systems, fiber optics, or photonics with customer-facing technical experience preferred Technical Foundation: Strong understanding of optical principles, fiber optics, and connector technologies Customer Focus: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with customers in technical problem-solving environments Core Technical Competencies Optical Systems: Understanding of optical channel loss budgets, fiber performance characteristics, and basic connector performance parameters Fiber Optic Technology: Knowledge of passive fiber connector features including single-fiber, multi-fiber, and expanded beam concepts Testing & Measurement: Experience with fiber optic inspection, cleaning, and testing equipment Design Tools: Basic proficiency with 3D CAD systems (Creo, SolidWorks) or willingness to develop these skills Developing Expertise Areas Silicon Photonics: Interest in learning PIC coupling methodologies and silicon photonics integration Polarization Management: Willingness to develop expertise in polarization maintaining fiber and fusion splicing AI System Understanding: Interest in learning customer AI architectures and chip-to-chip optical connectivity requirements Advanced Testing: Capability to learn advanced fiber optic testing and validation methodologies Professional Skills Communication: Strong technical communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts clearly Problem Solving: Analytical approach to technical challenges with attention to detail Customer Service: Professional demeanor and customer-focused mindset Learning Agility: Ability to quickly learn new technologies and application areas Collaboration: Effective teamwork skills for cross-functional project support Preferred Qualifications Industry Experience: Background in telecommunications, data center, or optical communications markets Hands-on Experience: Laboratory experience with optical testing equipment and fiber optic systems Technical Certifications: Fiber optic technician certifications or related optical technology credentials Customer Experience: Previous experience in customer-facing technical roles or applications engineering Growth & Development Opportunities Technical Mentorship: Work closely with senior FAE team members and the FAE Manager for skill development Customer Exposure: Direct interaction with leading technology companies and AI/hyperscale computing customers Technology Leadership: Opportunity to become a technical expert in emerging silicon photonics and AI connectivity markets Career Advancement: Clear path for growth within field applications engineering or transition to product management roles Competencies SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers) ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more. Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). COMPENSATION Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $135,800 –$203,700 (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) + Benefits BENEFITS A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits. EOE, Including Disability/Vets IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD TE 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. Job Locations: #Remote, California #Remote United States Posting City: San jose Job Country: United States Travel Required: 10% to 25% Requisition ID: 148441 Workplace Type: Remote External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology