Senior Program Manager

Lumilens; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative and innovative environment

Opportunities for career growth

Competitive salary and benefits package

Job summary

Lumilens is seeking a Senior Program Manager specializing in New Product Introduction (NPI) to lead complex programs at the forefront of AI and optical technologies. The ideal candidate will possess over 15 years of program management experience in the switching and networking sectors, demonstrating proficiency in managing programs from early prototyping through to pilot manufacturing.

The position offers a collaborative and innovative environment with opportunities for career growth and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Over 15 years of experience in program management, preferably in switching and networking.
• Proficient in managing programs across all project phases.
• Experience with distributed teams across global geographies.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex NPI programs from concept through prototyping and into pilot manufacturing.
• Manage program end-to-end, ensuring successful delivery of all phases.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet milestones.

Skills

Program management expertise

Proficiency in project management tools

Understanding of hardware design

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Senior Program Manager – NPI

About Lumilens

At Lumilens, we are building critical photonics infrastructure powering tomorrow’s AI supercomputing. From chip-to-chip optical interconnects to scalable photonic engines, Lumilens is unlocking a new era of computing—faster, cooler, and massively more efficient. Join our collaborative team to shape the future of high-speed optical connectivity.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager specializing in New Product Introduction (NPI). The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in the NPI domain, preferably within the switching and networking industry. This leader will demonstrate proven expertise managing programs from early prototyping through pilot manufacturing, with solid exposure to hardware development fundamentals and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex NPI programs from concept through prototyping and into pilot manufacturing

• Manage program end-to-end, wall-to-wall, ensuring all phases from initiation to closure are delivered successfully

• Work extensively with cross‑functional teams spread across geographies to ensure alignment and timely delivery

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams to ensure milestones are achieved on schedule

• Drive planning and execution of early hardware prototyping and transition to scalable manufacturing

• Manage program risk, develop mitigation plans, and communicate status to stakeholders

• Ensure robust design transfer processes and readiness for manufacturing

• Maintain detailed documentation and program tracking tools

• Champion continuous improvement in program management practices

Required Qualifications

• More than 15 years of program management experience in the NPI space, preferably in switching and networking domains

• Demonstrated proficiency in managing programs end-to‑end, wall-to‑wall, across all project phases

• Proven experience working with teams distributed across different global geographies

• Excellent track record of leading programs from prototyping through pilot manufacturing

• Strong understanding of hardware design, development processes, and manufacturing fundamentals

• Proficiency in project management tools, methodologies, and communication

• Collaborative mindset with strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field

Benefits

• Work at the forefront of AI, networking, and optical semiconductor technology

• Collaborative and innovative environment

• Opportunities for career growth

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Lumilens is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.