Photonic Instrumentation Product Line Manager
Core
Drive commercial success and strategic direction for Thorlabs' benchtop photonic, electronic, and opto-electronic instrument portfolio serving research, quantum optics, and datacom markets.
Role type
Senior Product Line Manager (Strategy & Portfolio)
Builds
Benchtop photonic instruments, test & measurement equipment, and control electronics
Domain
Photonics / Opto-electronics / Research Instrumentation
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Portfolio management, product lifecycle management, NPI governance, market analysis, cross-functional leadership, strategic planning, financial acumen, OEM business development
Preferred skills
Hands-on experience with benchtop instrument UI/UX and APIs, familiarity with low-noise/high-speed measurements, system integration experience
Technologies
Photonic instruments, electronic test equipment, automation systems, remote-control hardware interfaces
Responsibilities
Define and execute product roadmaps and portfolio optimization strategies; lead market analysis to identify growth opportunities; coordinate cross-functional teams for NPI and go-to-market execution; manage portfolio KPIs including revenue, margins, and development timelines.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
