Sr. Director Product Strategy – Telecom DSP

Mogi I/O : OTT/Podcast/Short Video Apps for you; United States; Remote; USD 225,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coherent DSP company seeks a Director/Sr. Director of Product Marketing to drive global strategies in optical communications. This role demands extensive experience in marketing leadership, particularly in coherent optics and DSP, to accelerate growth. The ideal candidate will have a proven record in launching technical solutions and possess strong communication skills. Competitive compensation of $225,000 to $250,000 is offered for this permanent remote position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years progressive marketing leadership in optical communications.
• 5+ years specifically in coherent optics and DSP.
• Proven track record launching technical solutions in startups.

Responsibilities

• Define/execute global marketing strategy aligned with corporate goals.
• Lead Coherent DSP ASIC product marketing and competitive analysis.
• Design/implement go-to-market strategies for product launches.

Skills

Marketing leadership

Optical communications

Coherent optics

DSP algorithms

Strong communication skills

Education

MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or Applied Physics

Job description

Location: North America – Permanent Remote

Reports To: CEO

Work Type: Permanent, Senior Leadership

Experience Required: 8 – 20 Years (10+ in marketing leadership; 5+ in coherent optics/DSP)

Compensation: USD 225,000 – 250,000

Role Overview

The Director/Sr. Director of Product Marketing owns the global marketing function for a pioneering coherent DSP company in optical communications (800G, 1.6T+), driving strategy from positioning to demand generation. This leadership role combines deep technical expertise in coherent optics with proven execution to accelerate growth in telecom/datacom/semiconductor markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic & Product Marketing
• Define/execute global marketing strategy aligned with corporate goals and product roadmap.
• Lead Coherent DSP ASIC product marketing: competitive analysis, value prop, differentiation, MRD/PRD development.
• Create technical collateral (whitepapers, datasheets, briefs, presentations) for optical engineers/system architects/CTO buyers.
• Engage analysts, speak at industry events to build thought leadership.
• Demand Generation & GTM
• Design/implement go-to-market strategies: product launches, campaigns, digital outreach, sales enablement.
• Oversee lead generation (PR, SEO/SEM, events, partner marketing, ABM).
• Collaborate with Sales/Engineering/Operations for messaging alignment and pipeline acceleration.
• Leadership & Operations
• Build/lead high-performance marketing team.
• Manage marketing budget and resource allocation for maximum ROI.
• Cross-functional alignment with Management, Sales, Operations, Engineering.

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• 10+ years progressive marketing leadership in optical communications, semiconductors, or networking.
• 5+ years specifically in coherent optics, DSP algorithms, modulation formats, transceivers/PICs.
• Proven track record launching technical semiconductor/telecom solutions in startups/high-growth companies.
• Deep understanding of coherent optical systems and market dynamics (telecom/datacom).
• Experience owning MRDs/PRDs and translating complex tech into compelling narratives.
• Excellent communication for technical/audience audiences.
• Preferred:
• Experience with hyperscalers, network OEMs, system integrators.
• Team/budget management; startup + enterprise exposure.
• Led through funding/M&A/IPOs.

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field preferred.