Product Line Manager - Optoelectronics

About the Role

Molex, with a rich heritage in the optical industry, provides high-performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions—from components and modules to integrated line-cards. We serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks in telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenter, and supercomputing through continuous innovation in passive component integration, miniaturization, manufacturing automation, and cutting-edge WSS and amplification technology.

In Fremont, CA, our Optoelectronics team is hiring a Product Line Manager to lead high-volume optical transceivers, meeting the demands of large, global clients in the datacom and telecom industries. This fast-paced role requires discipline, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills to support global customers and collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple regions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product line strategies and product roadmaps aligned with market trends and customer needs in cloud services and optical networking.
• Manage the product lifecycle, mitigating risks and ensuring consistent execution with a value-driven approach.
• Oversee product forecasts and streamline manufacturing processes, proactively addressing component obsolescence, supply chain shortages, quality improvements, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Work closely with Sales, Application, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve customer issues, drive service levels, and secure design wins.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives across Sales, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure alignment on strategy and shared goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, physics, or a related discipline.
• Experience in the datacom or telecom industry.
• Experience in a global manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing financial metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience managing an optical product line (preferred).
• Experience in optical product development (preferred).
• MBA (preferred).

Pay

For this role, we anticipate a salary range of $125,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance, ADD, and disability coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid vacation and time off.
• Educational assistance.
• Infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance (eligibility criteria apply).