Principal R&D/Product DVL Engineer in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal R&D/Product DVL Engineer in United States.
This role sits at the forefront of next-generation high-speed data communications, shaping system-level architectures that power compute, AI, storage, and networking ecosystems. You will act as a senior technical leader interfacing directly with hyperscalers, OEMs, and industry architects to understand emerging challenges and translate them into scalable product and technology strategies. The position plays a critical role in defining interconnect solutions that support evolving standards and performance demands in data-driven infrastructure. You will bridge customer needs with internal R&D roadmaps, ensuring alignment across innovation, product development, and business strategy. The environment is highly collaborative, fast-evolving, and deeply embedded in global industry standards and ecosystems. This is a high-impact role where your technical vision directly influences future data center and AI infrastructure design.
You will lead system-level architecture definition and technical engagement with key customers and industry stakeholders, ensuring alignment between emerging market needs and next-generation product development. You will also drive strategic R&D direction and represent the organization in global standards and innovation forums.
- Serve as primary technical liaison for hyperscalers, OEMs, and system architects
- Define system-level architecture requirements for compute, AI, storage, and networking platforms
- Translate customer challenges into product roadmaps and R&D initiatives
- Drive technical strategy across high-speed electrical, optical, and hybrid interconnect solutions
- Participate in and influence global industry standards (PCI-SIG, IEEE, OCP, CXL, Ethernet Alliance)
- Lead technical evaluations for partnerships, ecosystem collaborations, and innovation opportunities
- Develop thought leadership content including whitepapers, presentations, and reference designs
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product management, sales, and marketing teams
- Guide go-to-market strategy for new technologies and interconnect solutions
- Support execution of high-impact technical programs aligned with customer and business goals
This role requires deep expertise in system architecture, high-speed interconnect technologies, and data center infrastructure, combined with strong customer-facing and strategic leadership capabilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; MBA or business background is a plus
- 12+ years of relevant engineering experience in high-tech or data infrastructure environments
- 5+ years of experience in system-level design within compute, networking, storage, or datacenter industries
- Strong knowledge of high-speed signaling, hardware systems, and interconnect technologies
- Expertise in compute, AI/ML, networking, or storage architectures
- Experience with engineering tools such as simulation, modeling, CAD, or signal integrity analysis
- Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
- Proven experience engaging with external customers and industry leaders
- Self-driven with ability to operate independently in a globally distributed environment
- Willingness to travel 25–30%
- Competitive base salary range: $154,100 – $231,100 (location dependent)
- Incentive compensation and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
- Paid time off and flexible holiday policies
- Opportunities for international travel and industry engagement
- Career development in advanced R&D and system architecture domains
- Exposure to global standards bodies and cutting-edge technology ecosystems