Super Micro Computer, Inc

Sr. Manager, Optical Product Management

Super Micro Computer, Inc • $160K — $220K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
4 days ago
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Qualifications

  • Master's or Ph.D. in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, or related field (MBA preferred).
  • 8-10+ years in optical, photonics, or high-speed interconnect product management or development.
  • Strong knowledge of optical modules, fiber optics, signal integrity, and data center applications.
  • Preferred experience in hyperscale, AI, or high-performance computing markets.
  • Proven leadership and cross-functional project management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Define and execute product strategy and roadmap for optical/photonics product lines.
  • Lead cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, operations, and sales to deliver products on schedule and within budget.
  • Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and gather customer requirements.
  • Translate customer and system requirements into detailed product specifications.
  • Manage product lifecycle from concept through to end-of-life.
  • Drive business case development, pricing strategy, and margin optimization.
  • Support customer escalations and resolve technical or commercial issues.
  • Mentor and develop product management team members.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Opportunities for participation in bonus and equity award programs.
Full Job Description
Job Req ID: 28980

Job Summary:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute product strategy and roadmap for optical/photonics product lines.
  • Lead cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, operations, and sales to deliver products on schedule and within budget.
  • Conduct market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and customer requirement gathering.
  • Translate customer and system requirements into detailed product specifications.
  • Manage product lifecycle from concept through end-of-life.
  • Drive business case development, pricing strategy, and margin optimization.
  • Work closely with key sales and partners on technical alignment and qualifications.
  • Support customer escalations and resolve technical or commercial issues.
  • Mentor and develop product management team members.


Qualifications:

  • Master's or Ph.D. degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, or related field (MBA preferred).
  • 8-10+ years of experience in optical, photonics, or high-speed interconnect product management or development.
  • Strong understanding of optical modules, fiber optics, signal integrity, and data center applications.
  • Experience with hyperscale, AI, or high-performance computing markets preferred.
  • Proven leadership and cross-functional project management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Mandarin proficiency is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with optical transceivers (e.g., 400G/800G/1.6T).
  • Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, OIF, MSA).
  • Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturing partners.


Salary Range

$160,000 - $220,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc

Super Micro Computer, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, and sells server solutions based on modular and open architecture. The company offers a range of server, storage, and networking solutions, as well as application-optimized software. Super Micro Computer's products are used in data centers, cloud computing, enterprise IT, big data, high performance computing, and embedded systems. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Learn more about Super Micro Computer, Inc
Size
4,155 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$88.5 million
5 Year Trend
+15.9%
Revenue
$3.2 billion
NASDAQ
SMCI
* Ladders Estimates

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