Lead product engineering for optical products including light engines and chiplets, with primary application in CPO and scale-up network architectures
Own the product engineering strategy across the full product lifecycle—from early development and qualification through mass production and sustaining
Ensure robust NPI execution and successful production release, meeting schedule, yield, cost, quality, and reliability requirements
Serve as a technical authority in silicon photonics, optical components, and manufacturing practices, guiding design-for-manufacturing (DFM), testability (DFT), and scalability decisions
Own sustaining product engineering for high-volume manufacturing, driving yield improvement, cost reduction, and continuous quality enhancement
Partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Foundry, OSAT/CMs, and Quality teams to ensure manufacturing readiness and long-term supply robustness
Establish and maintain disciplined engineering processes, metrics, and best practices across development and production phases
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing product engineering organization, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning
Mentor and coach engineers and managers, fostering a culture of technical rigor, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
Effectively allocate budgets and resources to balance innovation, execution efficiency, and business priorities
Lead cross-functional alignment with Design, Test, Packaging, Quality, and Planning teams
Communicate complex technical and manufacturing topics clearly to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders
Represent product engineering in executive reviews, business planning, and customer or partner engagements as needed

Requirements

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Optical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
15+ years of experience in product and/or test engineering, with demonstrated leadership in optical modules, optical components, or closely related technologies
Strong background in silicon photonics, including device integration and manufacturing considerations (highly desired)
Hands-on experience with IC manufacturing processes, advanced packaging, assembly, and test methodologies (highly desired)
Proven track record of delivering complex optical products from development through high-volume manufacturing
Demonstrated ability to lead and scale engineering teams, including managing managers and cross-functional programs
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and executive-level presentation skills.

Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back
Family support programs to help balance work and home life
Robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being
Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

silicon photonicsoptical componentsmanufacturing practicesdesign-for-manufacturing (DFM)testability (DFT)high-volume manufacturingIC manufacturing processesadvanced packagingassembly methodologiestest methodologies

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcoachinganalytical skillsproblem-solvingdecision-makingcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillsexecutive-level presentation skillscross-functional collaboration

Certifications

M.S. in Electrical EngineeringPh.D. in Electrical EngineeringM.S. in PhotonicsM.S. in Optical Engineering