Director of Product Engineering, Optics

Role Overview

• 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.

Tech Stack

• Assembly

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