Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM)

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry.

We provide the highest performing field-proven wavelength management solutions from components to modules and integrated line-cards.

Continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplifier technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks.

The Staff Technical Program Manager (TPM) will lead cross-functional development programs across four strategic product areas:

• High-speed opto-electronic devices, such as transceivers and transponders

• DWDM systems, including WSS (wavelength selective switches) and EDFA (erbium-doped fiber amplifiers)

• Optical component systems for DCI (data center interconnect)

• OCS (optical circuit switch) systems

This role combines strong program management discipline with a clear understanding of the business logic that connects upstream suppliers and technology partners (lasers, photonic ICs, optics, DSP/electronics, contract manufacturers) to downstream customers (hyperscalers, system OEMs, and network operators).

The Staff TPM owns end-to-end program outcomes - scope, schedule, cost, quality, and customer commitments - while engaging technically across optical, mechanical, electrical, firmware/software, reliability, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

What You Will Do


* Lead complex, multi-product optoelectronic and optical-systems programs from concept and customer requirements through NPI, qualification, and volume manufacturing release


* Own the program business case and commercial alignment - translate customer demand, forecasts, and roadmap commitments into program scope, milestones, resourcing, and cost/margin targets


* Manage upstream dependencies, including component, laser, photonic IC, and subsystem suppliers, contract manufacturers, and external development partners: align supplier roadmaps, long-lead items, capacity, and qualification schedules to program needs


* Manage downstream dependencies, including customer engagement, sampling and qualification gates, design-win and ramp commitments, and field feedback; serve as the primary program interface to key customers and account teams


* Drive NPI execution across R&D, reliability, operations, quality, manufacturing, supply chain, and suppliers; maintain integrated program schedules, milestones, risks, and critical path across multiple concurrent programs


* Coordinate execution across global engineering and manufacturing teams, including internal sites and external partners


* Identify technical, operational, supply chain, and commercial risks early and drive mitigation plans to closure; manage change control, scope trade-offs, and escalations


* Facilitate data-driven decisions on design and trade-off discussions invol...