Senior Product Manager – Optical Instrumentation & Automation

Senior Product Manager – Optical Instrumentation & Automation

Opportunity Overview

As a Senior Product Manager – Optical Instrumentation & Automation, you will lead the strategy, definition, commercialization, and lifecycle management of high-volume optical testing solutions supporting the optical communications and E-O transceiver markets. You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Applications, Sales, and Operations teams to deliver innovative instrumentation and automation solutions that address evolving customer requirements and drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Definition

• Develop and execute the product strategy for high-volume E-O transceiver testing solutions, including both instrumentation and automation needs.

• Define product specifications, features, and interfaces based on customer requirements and market trends.

• Lead the product lifecycle, from concept and development to validation, go-to-market launch, and post-sales support.

• Manage the product portfolio, including sampling scopes and general-purpose optical instruments, ensuring alignment with customer needs and business objectives.

• Customer Engagement & Market Research

• Collaborate with the Sales team to gather customer feedback on required features and functionality to develop winning products.

• Act as the voice of the customer, ensuring their needs are reflected in product development and prioritization.

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for differentiation.

• Product Development & Commercialization

• Develop product specifications, collateral, pricing strategies, commercial targets, and price list to support go-to-market efforts.

• Work closely with the Engineering and Applications teams to prioritize software release planning, new feature development, and general product support.

• Partner with Operations to ensure smooth product delivery and address specification or manufacturability challenges.

• Sales Enablement & Support

• Create and deliver sales training materials, including product presentations, datasheets, and competitive positioning guides.

• Support the Sales team in customer engagements, acting as a liaison between Sales, Engineering, and Operations.

• Provide technical and commercial expertise to drive customer adoption and satisfaction.

• Industry Representation & Thought Leadership

• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote products, gather market insights, and build relationships with key stakeholders.

• Stay informed about emerging technologies and market trends to ensure the product roadmap remains competitive and innovative.

• Represent Teradyne at industry conferences, trade shows, and customer events to strengthen market presence and gather industry insights.

• Monitor emerging technologies and market developments to maintain an innovative and competitive product roadmap.

• All About You

• We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you're ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related field or equivalent experience. Advanced degree preferred.

• Overall 10+ years of experience with 5+ years of experience in product management or product marketing, preferably in optical instrumentation, photonics, or semiconductor test solutions.

• Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of optical instrumentation, pluggable transceiver testing, and automation solutions.

• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing environments and the unique challenges of optical communications testing.

• Skills & Competencies

• Proven ability to define and deliver complex technical products in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

• Strong analytical skills, with experience in pricing, margin analysis, and commercial planning.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across global, cross-functional teams.

• Self-motivated and highly organized, with strong time management and prioritization skills.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $155,000-$272,800. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits

• Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.

• LI-JL2

• Nearest Major Market: San Jose

• Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto

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