Director / Senior Director of Product Marketing - Coherent DSP
About the role
This is a senior global leadership role owning the end-to-end product marketing function for next-generation coherent DSP and optical communication technologies. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will define and execute global marketing strategy, shape technical positioning, and drive demand generation across telecom, datacom, and AI infrastructure markets. The role combines deep domain expertise in coherent optics with executive-level leadership, acting as a bridge between market demand, customers, and highly technical engineering teams.
What you will do
Define and execute the global product marketing and go-to-market strategy aligned with corporate objectives and product roadmap
Position the company as a technology leader in coherent DSP and optical semiconductors across global markets
Own product marketing for coherent DSP ASICs, including positioning, differentiation, competitive analysis, MRDs, and PRDs
Translate complex technical capabilities into clear value propositions for engineers, architects, and executive buyers
Develop high-impact technical marketing assets such as white papers, datasheets, product briefs, and executive presentations
Represent the company externally with analysts, partners, customers, and at major industry events
Design and lead go-to-market initiatives including launches, campaigns, digital marketing, sales enablement, and ABM
Partner closely with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Executive leadership to ensure alignment on messaging and market needs
Build, lead, and scale a high-performance global marketing team
Own marketing budget planning, allocation, and ROI optimisation
Requirements
Proven track record of successfully bringing complex semiconductor or telecom products to market in startup or high-growth environments
Deep expertise in coherent optical systems, DSP algorithms, modulation formats, and telecom/datacom market dynamics
Hands-on experience owning and writing MRDs and PRDs for hardware or mixed hardware-software products
Extensive progressive leadership experience in product or technical marketing within optical communications, semiconductors, or networking
Minimum 5+ years of direct experience with coherent optics, DSP, transceivers, or photonic integrated circuits (PICs)
Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience working with hyperscalers, network OEMs, or system integrators is a strong advantage
Demonstrated people leadership, budget ownership, and cross-functional influence at senior level
Background spanning both startups and larger enterprises is preferred
Advanced technical education (MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field) is a plus
Benefits
Fully remote, permanent role based in North America
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical communication technologies (800G, 1.6T, and beyond)
High visibility role with direct impact on product strategy and company growth
Close collaboration with world-class engineers and industry leaders
Long-term growth opportunity within a well-funded, late-stage technology company
H-1B visa sponsorship available
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe strong sales organizations are built on diverse perspectives, experiences, and leadership styles. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are valued for their expertise, ideas, and contribution and where equitable opportunities for growth and advancement are part of how we build high-performing teams.
- Department
- Sales
- Locations
- United States
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
About Salve.Inno Consulting
Bringing a personalized approach to connecting exceptional talent with unique opportunities. Specializing in recruitment for diverse roles, leveraging extensive experience and innovative strategies to find the perfect match for any business needs. Collaboration builds a stronger, more successful future – one strategic hire at a time.