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Syntec Optics

Technical Sales Associate

Rochester, NY · On-site

Position Summary The Technical Sales Associate supports business development, customer engagement, and sales activities for Syntec Optics' advanced optics, photonics, and precision manufacturing ...

QCi

Applications Engineer, Photonics About Us Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an ... Identify and pursue high-value applications and programs in lasers, photonic devices, and optical ...

Ciena

Optical System Architect

New Providence, NJ

$117K - $188K/yr

Master's degree (+) in Optics/Photonics, Physics, or Electrical Engineering with industry experience in simulation, measurement, or system architecture * Knowledge of high-speed photonics and optical ...

QCi

Applications Engineer- Photonics

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

Applications Engineer, Photonics About Us Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an ... Identify and pursue high-value applications and programs in lasers, photonic devices, and optical ...

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As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for optics photonics in the United States is $143,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optics Photonics vs Optical Engineer?

AspectOptics PhotonicsOptical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in optics, photonics, physicsBachelor's or higher in optical engineering, physics, or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing, R&D departmentsDesign, testing, and development in labs or industrial settings
Industry UsageResearch institutions, tech companies, defense, healthcareOptical systems design, laser development, imaging systems

Optics Photonics professionals focus on the study and application of light, including lasers, fiber optics, and photonic devices, often involving research and development. Optical Engineers design and develop optical systems and components for practical applications. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, Optics Photonics emphasizes fundamental research, whereas Optical Engineers focus on system design and implementation.

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Principal Product Manager, Optics/Photonics

Principal Product Manager, Optics/Photonics

Lightmatter

Mountain View, CA • On-site

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

If you're a collaborative Product Management Leader who has a passion for innovation, solving challenging technical problems, and doing impactful work, consider joining the team at Lightmatter!

As a Principal Product Manager,  Optics/Photonics, you will be responsible for leading our product definition, rollout, and product introduction to drive design wins with the industry's top semiconductor and cloud vendors for our photonics-enabled solutions. Reporting directly to the Director, Product Line Management, you will work with engineering, sales, operations, finance, and the executive team to accelerate the adoption of Lightmatter products in segment-defining categories.

Responsibilities

  • Complete the detailed requirements definition (MRD/PRD), product line family/SKU strategy, and commercial market positioning for the company's silicon photonics-based hardware offerings with a focus on Passage, Lightmatter's programmable photonic chiplet interconnect.  This also includes evaluation/development systems and other demonstration vehicles. 
  • Drive industry partner relationships and the availability of partner hardware solution offerings including lasers, fibers, connectors, and other related optical components.
  • Manage the roll-out of the products to lead customers and product lifecycle management through the development process all the way to and through the production phases.
  • Along with sales, pursue and win key customers by producing collaterals and articulating key advantages and value propositions of Lightmatter products through detailed customer proposals.
  • Develop pricing guidelines, margin analysis, and forecasts establishing competitiveness and profitability of Lightmatter products in support of corporate financial goals and revenue planning.
  • Represent Lightmatter at key industry forums and speaking events as a corporate leader and subject matter expert.
  • Develop high-quality, high-value outbound marketing and product technical collaterals in conjunction with product marketing and technical documentation teams.
  • Brief top industry press, analysts, and investors relative to Lightmatter product strategies, competitive advantages, and other industry trends.

Qualifications 

  • 12+years of related experience with 8+ years in product management, marketing, applications engineering, and business development roles driving high-complexity semiconductor products to volume production.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
  • Previous experience driving products through the full development cycle from business case/definition through development, design-in, production, and EOL cycles.
  • Experience with a wide range of products and technologies, deployed in datacenters. This includes management, provisioning  operations and maintenance of optical elements.
  • Strong end-to-end understanding of all key aspects of semiconductor chip development.
  • Demonstrates strong data-driven decision-making skills by effectively collecting, analyzing, and interpreting large datasets.
  • Must be a collaborative leader providing the understanding of key financial indicators for smarter business decisions.
  • Must have detailed market and technical knowledge of silicon photonics and/or related optical technologies. 
  • Must have experience facilitating effective communication across functional teams, resulting in a reduction in project misalignments and accelerating delivery timeline. 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Advanced technical degrees related to optics/photonics technology are preferred given the high complexity of the technology. 
  • Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities and who finds satisfaction in being accountable to accomplishing results quickly and accurately
  • Willing and able to learn quickly. Self-starter with a "no task is too big or small" attitude
  • Broad professional network across relevant industry segments.

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