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Key innovation domains include silicon photonics, co-packaged optics (CPO), DCI/optical interconnects, all-photonic networks, 6G-ready optical test architectures, and AI-automated intelligent test solutions.\nDuties & Responsibilities:\nJob Description:\nVIAVI Solutions is seeking a highly creative and hands-on Photonics Engineer to join the CTO Innovation Center in Singapore. This role involves fast prototyping and validation of next-generation solutions in optical, photonic, AI-assisted, and high-speed connectivity test technologies, and collaborating with global R&D teams to define the future of test & measurement. Key innovation domains include silicon photonics, co-packaged optics (CPO), DCI/optical interconnects, all-photonic networks, 6G-ready optical test architectures, and AI-automated intelligent test solutions.\nKey Responsibilities\n1. Rapid Photonic Prototyping\nDesign and build prototypes for test solutions for silicon photonics, CPO, optical transceivers, DCI testing, and next-generation photonic test platforms.\nConduct feasibility studies, system bring-up, optical characterization, and performance validation.\n2. AI-Automated Test Development\nDevelop AI-assisted testing workflows for photonic and high-speed optical systems.\nBuild intelligent test routines using machine learning for calibration, optimization, anomaly detection, and root-cause analysis.\nExplore autonomous test benches, reinforcement-learning-based test strategies, or digital-twin-driven optical test automation.\nPrototype AI-driven decision engines that accelerate test throughput and improve measurement accuracy.\n3. System Architecture & Concept Innovation\nDefine future test architectures that combine photonics, software, and AI automation.\nInvestigate new measurement techniques, optical front-ends, and integrated AI signal processing.\nTranslate early-stage concepts into recommendations for product roadmaps and R&D planning.\n4. 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