Optical T&M Product Manager (PMK

Not just a job, but a career Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries. Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect. About the Team Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do. JOB SUMMARY The Optical Test & Measurement Product Manager (PMK) is responsible for the strategic and commercial success of Yokogawa’s optical product portfolio, including optical spectrum analyzers (OSA), reflectometers (OTDR/OFDR), wavelength measurement systems, and photonic test solutions. This role requires deep domain expertise in optical communications, photonic integration, and high-speed interconnect technologies, with a strong focus on emerging applications in AI data centers, coherent optical systems, silicon photonics, and next-generation transceivers (800G–1.6T+). The PMK leads regional product lifecycle management, product marketing, and commercial strategy while translating rapidly evolving industry trends such as co-packaged optics, optical frequency combs, DWDM expansion into O-band, and reliability testing for high-density optical systems into actionable product strategies and go-to-market initiatives. This role acts as the bridge between customers, R&D, and sales, ensuring Yokogawa solutions address next-generation challenges in power efficiency, reliability, scalability, and optical performance validation. DUTIES/SKILLS Market Requirements Understanding: Develop deep expertise in optical communication ecosystems including: Test & measurement technologies and workflows for optical R&D, validation and production testing Data center interconnects, AI/ML clusters, and hyperscale infrastructure Transceiver technologies (800G, 1.6T, emerging 3.2T) Coherent vs. direct detect architectures Annual Product Business Plan: Create and implement annual product business plans, defining actionable items and tracking progress. Product Expertise: Possess technical knowledge of products, articulate value propositions, key features, competitive positioning, target markets and applications. Develop high-impact marketing & sales contents: Technical webinars (e.g., transceiver testing, CPO testing challenges, optical reliability) Industry papers aligned with OFC/PW/ECOC/CLEO themes Lead exhibition strategy, including demo planning with advanced DUTs Position Yokogawa as a leader in optical measurement accuracy, ease-of-use, and system-level solutions Marketing Execution: Collaborate with regional and global marketing teams to develop and launch product and industry related promotional activities, including web content, hardware demos, brochures, advertising, promotional videos, webinars, press releases, exhibition support, and thought leadership. Optimize the ROI for these activities. Sales Tools Development: Create and maintain sales tools, including pitch decks, training materials, competitor comparisons, sales news, customer references, seminars, and other resources. Special Calls: Engage with key accounts including: Hyperscalers, transceiver OEMs, silicon photonics companies, telecom vendors Participate in industry consortia and standards (e.g., OCI MSA, DWDM evolution) Drive collaboration with ecosystem partners (e.g., optical comb startups, device manufacturers) Effective Communication: Exhibit strong communication skills to effectively interact with customers, sales representatives, application engineers, and internal staff. METRICS Revenue and market share growth in focus optical product and industry segments Marketing impact (MQLs, technical content engagement, web editing leadership, etc.) Execution of annual business plan & successful product launches aligned with roadmap SPECIFICATIONS Qualification: Strong communication skills with ability to engage both deep technical audiences (engineers, researchers) and commercial stakeholders (executives, procurement) Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in engineering. Prior Experience: 8 to 10+ years in optical test & measurement or optical communications industry Hands-on or domain experience with: Optical spectrum analyzers (OSA), OTDR/OFDR, wavelength meters Transceiver testing (400G/800G/1.6T+) Silicon photonics, lasers, or optical components Familiarity with DWDM systems, coherent optics, optical interconnects, and optics research Experience engaging with standards bodies or industry consortia Exposure to OFC/Photonics West/CLEO/ECOC and similar conferences Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential. Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Yokogawa about our Employee Referral process! Apply To This Job