Sr. Director, Architectural Solutions

Job description

Coherent is seeking 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. It engages deeply with leading customers in datacenter, communications, and industrial markets to shape technical direction and convert external insight into technology priorities and strategic opportunities for Coherent. The role also engages the broader ecosystem, including startups and partners, and represents Coherent in key industry forums. The position reports to the CTO. Key Responsibilities: Customer Technical Engagement and Opportunity Development - Build and maintain deep technical relationships with key customers, including hyperscalers and system companies - Engage with customers’ senior technical leaders to understand system architectures, requirements, and roadmaps - Present Coherent’s corporate-wide technology roadmap to customers and identify new opportunities using technology as a driver for long-term engagement Internal Alignment and Technology Direction: - Transla...