Technical Program Manager - Silicon Photonics (Teradyne, North Reading, MA) (North Reading, MA, US)

LitePoint; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 304,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Teradyne seeks an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead the SiPhTest Solutions team in North Reading, MA. The role combines technical program ownership with people leadership, guiding the design, development and deployment of advanced optical test solutions for Silicon Photonics.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in semiconductor test equipment, optical system design, and technical project management, with a player-coach mindset to mentor PMs and deliver complex

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects involving design, development, and deployment of optical test systems.
• Directly manage and oversee technical project managers.
• Mentor and coach technical project managers to build a strong team.
• Serve as central point of contact for Silicon Photonics projects and provide updates to senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet milestones.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets with progress monitoring.
• Identify and mitigate risks across project lifecycles.
• Communicate status, updates, risks and issues to stakeholders and customers.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members and customers.
• Manage project documentation and reports.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Job description

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 supported to 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

Teradyne is seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Program Manager to join the SiPhTest Solutions team in North Reading, MA. This hands-on leadership role combines technical program ownership with people leadership, supporting the design, development, and deployment of advanced optical test solutions for the Silicon Photonics market.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in semiconductor test equipment, optical system design, and technical project management. This role requires a player-coach mindset: leading key projects directly while managing and developing technical project leads responsible for delivering complex customer-focused solutions.

• Lead and manage projects involving the design, development, and deployment of optical test systems.
• Directly manage and oversee technical project managers reporting into this position.
• Mentor and coach technical project managers to build a strong team capable of executing multiple Silicon Photonics initiatives.
• Serve as the central point of contact for Silicon Photonics projects and provide department-level summary updates to senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, systems engineering, design engineering, and operations, to ensure project milestones are met.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and monitor progress against established metrics.
• Identify and mitigate risks and challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate project status, updates, risks, and issues to stakeholders, senior management, and customers.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members and customers.
• Manage project documentation, including specifications, design documents, test plans, and reports.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation within the project team.

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline; master’s degree preferred. Certifications in optical engineering are a plus.
• 12+ years of experience in engineering design or management, optical systems design, and technical project management.
• Project management certification, such as PMP or PRINCE2, preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex technical projects from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of optical principles, systems, and technologies.
• Proficiency with project management tools and software, such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is $189,800-$303,700. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan:

This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

Benefits:

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.