Requisition Number: 75667 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more. Come break through with us. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.<div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"> <div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"> <h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Role Purpose</h2> </div> <div> Senior Solutions Architect Corning is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to support the development and commercialization of connectivity solutions for a major hyperscale data center customer. In this role, you will work across customer, engineering, and internal business teams to translate technical requirements into practical, scalable solutions. Key responsibilities include: <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Gathering customer requirements and supporting solution development</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Acting as a technical interface between customers and internal engineering teams</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Coordinating prototype efforts and leading field trials for new products</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Developing installation, handling, and testing procedures</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Delivering training to customers, design teams, and contractors</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Supporting commercialization activities, including documentation, design tools, and cross-functional coordination</li> </ul> Required qualifications: <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">BS in Engineering Related Studies (i.e., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Optics)</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">5+ years of experience in telecommunications, data centers, or a related industry</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to distinguish color-coded cabling and optical fiber components</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Willingness to travel up to 25% and work outside standard business hours as needed</li> </ul> Preferred qualifications: <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Project management or project coordination experience</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Strong knowledge of fiber optic products, structured cabling systems, and related installation practices</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Telecom manufacturing experience</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Background in engineering services, technical field support, or customer solution development</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive work to completion independently</li> </ul> </div> </div> This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $95,042.00 - $130,683.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. A job that shapes a life. Corning offers you the total package. <div> Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family. </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. </li> </ul> Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one. <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, Corning provides company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt">Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family. </li> </ul> </div> We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Corning%20Accommodations">[email protected]</a>.

Senior Solutions Architect (Charlotte, NC, US, 28216) @ Corning

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