**Introduction**
The IBM Infrastructure team has an opening for an Optical Engineer specializing in fiber optics design, physics, interconnect, implementation, and integration into subsystems. The individual who is awarded this position will have the opportunity to work as part of a cross-functional team that characterizes and integrates industry standard optics hardware into IBM Systems hardware. This position requires a self-motivated and autonomous individual who is comfortable with engaging Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal, and Firmware disciplines as needed to solve complex, multi-faceted system integration challenges.

The responsibilities of this role include working closely with the I/O Hardware Architect to assess vendor optics technology, compatibility, and capability to work within future IBM products as well as leading data center connectivity research, development, and solutions within IBM. This person will also support Supply Chain Engineering and Procurement tea...