Optical Systems Product Line Manager

TL;DR

Optical Systems Product Line Manager (Optical Networking): Drives strategy, definition, and lifecycle execution of industry-leading optical systems with an accent on aligning products and portfolio with market demand across global communications networks and service providers. Focus on optimizing cost structures, prioritizing feature development with R&D, establishing pricing strategies, and articulating competitive differentiation.

Location: Remote (Canada or US)

Salary: $114,100 - $182,300 CAD annually

Company

Global leader in high-speed connectivity committed to a people-first culture and flexible work environment.

What you will do

• Align optical systems products and portfolio strategy with market demand through customer and account team engagement
• Drive cross-portfolio evolution with PLM leadership to support corporate growth objectives
• Optimize product and solution cost structures collaborating with R&D, supply chain, and procurement
• Prioritize and sequence feature development with R&D for timely competitive releases
• Establish and maintain pricing strategies with sales teams and customers
• Articulate competitive differentiation partnering with marketing for sales and financial positioning
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across sales, marketing, and R&D to execute portfolio strategy

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering OR Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with specialization in fiber optics, telecommunications, networking, or communications systems, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience with progressive responsibility in optical systems or related technologies
• Translation of portfolio strategy into actionable product requirements and release plans
• Definition and management of product roadmaps and R&D priorities to drive market share and revenue growth
• Execution of full product lifecycle management from concept through retirement
• Development and communication of product value propositions to sales and customers
• Participation in lead customer engagements and key bid activities

Nice to have

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Background in optical fiber communications product development
• Experience leading new product introductions into customer environments
• Experience growing product revenue in competitive markets
• Application of program and project management practices across cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans
• Participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, vacation time
• Compliance with Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence
• Focus on individual growth, well-being, belonging, and diversity