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.
