Photonics Product Manager (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Photonics Product Manager to lead the strategy for cutting-edge test instrumentation. This role involves defining market segment strategies, conducting competitive analyses, and developing strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in photonics technologies and product management, with a passion for innovation and excellence. Join a dynamic team committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and making a significant impact in the industry. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Tuition Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in photonics product management or development.
• Demonstrated proficiency with photonics technologies like MicroLEDs and Lidar.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive photonics test instrumentation product strategy.
• Conduct market analyses to inform product line architecture.

Skills

Photonics Product Development

Silicon Photonics

Product Management

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Education

BS in Engineering

MBA

Job description

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Date: May 5, 2025

Location: North Reading, MA, US

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together,Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supportedto innovate and learn something new every day. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results. Opportunity Overview

Photonics Product Manager

Position Summary

Teradyne is the world leader in complex semiconductor device testing and visionary Marketing leaders with a mix of market knowledge and technological know-how are an essential ingredient to our success.

The Photonics Product Strategist will be responsible for defining and driving the photonics test instrumentation product strategy for Teradyne’s ATE platforms, addressing all forms of photonics applications including, but not limited to, the emerging Silicon Photonics market segment with applications in co-packaged optics for cloud computing and data centers utilizing high-performance computing CPUs/GPUs/TSUs/SERDES and switches (in addition to pluggable devices), MicroLEDs, Lidars, Lasers, medical sensors, etc.

Essential Functions

• Conduct end-market and competitive analyses and synthesize photonics device test implications to inform long-term product line architecture.
• Identify emerging market trends or segments with implications on our photonics product strategy.
• Define timely market segment strategies to support the business group objectives and provide clear product development priorities
• Operationalize the market segment strategy
• Develop competitive differentiation through sales and marketing collateral and training of sales and field engineers
• Develop strategic customer relationships in cooperation with sales
• Grow market share by prioritizing, targeting, and supporting strategic design-in activities, including competitive differentiation and resource trade-offs
• Drive marketing efforts to create and maintain winning product line architectures, working with Engineering to ensure product investments are balanced against development budgets and consistent with division business objectives
• Deliver cogent Business Requirements to justify and support new product development
• Develop sharp and compelling marketing messages and product positioning briefs

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.

• BS in engineering or equivalent experience, MBA is a plus.
• At least 3 years of photonics product development, product management or product marketing experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Silicon Photonics, Indium Phosphide, MicroLEDs, Lidar, or equivalent photonics technologies, system architectures and applications.
• Strong influence, leadership, analytical, and synthesis skills
• This role requires an extensive amount of integration and visibility across all functions of the business and at all levels.
• Travel of 20 – 30% to be expected

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.

We are not open to international relocation for this position.

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