Owns the technical roadmap for hyperscale AI cluster solutions spanning CPO, silicon photonics, optical interconnect, networking, and compute architectures. Tracks GPU, switching, and photonics ecosystems; advises R&D and executives on technology strategy, partnerships, and competitive positioning; represents the company at conferences, standards bodies, and co-innovation forums; and delivers technical presentations and keynotes. The role requires deep systems expertise, ecosystem relationships, strategic leadership, and significant external engagement.