SSIO Tech Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.

The Storage Server I/O (SSIO) group at Amphenol specializes in developing high-performance interconnect solutions for storage and server applications. Our product portfolio includes advanced connectors and sockets that support cutting-edge industry standards such as High Speed Card Edge Connector PCIe Gen6/7, Mini Cool Edge 112G/224G, DDR5/LPCAMM Memory Connector, U.2/SAS Drive Connectors . These solutions are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of next-generation data centers, enterprise servers, and high-speed computing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of technical projects involving electrical connectors and cable systems, from concept through evaluation.
• Collaborate with key Server/Storage ODMs to develop high-speed cable and interconnect solutions.
• Apply deep understanding of server architecture, PCI-SIG, Open Compute Project (OCP), JEDEC, SFF standards, and signal integrity principles.
• Drive innovation by defining and selecting new design concepts for connectors and cable systems, including prototype development and component fabrication.
• Work cross-functionally with global teams to deliver solutions that meet customer requirements, cost targets, and program timelines.
• Provide cost analysis and estimates for product concepts to support Product Management and Manufacturing decisions.
• Support Sales and Marketing teams with technical training, presentations, and customer engagements.
• Oversee product testing and qualification to ensure compliance with specifications and performance standards.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking to optimize product performance, cost, and manufacturability.
• Manage the lifecycle of components and assemblies, ensuring engineering integrity and continuous improvement.
• Provide manufacturing support for cost reduction, quality improvement, and customer issue resolution.
• Stay current with technological advancements in the connector and interconnect industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum8 yearsof experience in product development and design.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Electrical/Electronic Engineering also considered).
• Proven experience in designing card edge, memory connectors and cable assemblies .
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.

Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at -cs.com/