Keysight Technologies
Electro Optical Software Product Manager
Keysight Technologies, Pasadena, California, United States, 91122
Electro Optical Software Product Manager
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Keysight Technologies
Overview Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world‑class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries.
You Are Visionary and technically savvy product leader with a deep understanding of optical and electro‑optical systems. With a background in physics, electrical engineering, optics, or optical engineering, you have hands‑on experience designing and manufacturing electro‑optical devices and thrive at the intersection of technology and market needs. You are passionate about translating complex customer requirements into actionable product features and excel at collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including software developers, marketing, and sales. Your knowledge of EM solver software (FDTD, RCWA, and beam propagation tools) and emerging trends in AI and photonics complements your ability to grasp industry trends.
Responsibilities
Co‑author and review technical marketing materials, including product descriptions, competitive analyses, ads, white papers, and web content for the Optical Design Engineering team.
Participate in industry events and conferences to represent Keysight and stay current with optical technology trends.
Engage in strategic product planning, requirements generation, and roadmap development in close collaboration with R&D teams.
Support agile software development activities, including planning meetings, bug triage, test prioritization, and feature acceptance testing.
Manage alpha and beta programs by recruiting users, collecting feedback, and synthesizing results to shape future product releases.
Collaborate with external partners—such as glass manufacturers, model providers, and embedded catalog vendors—to enhance product capabilities.
Analyze and validate product packaging and pricing through customer feedback and competitive intelligence.
Support sales, distributors, and customer engagements through on‑site visits, tradeshows, user group meetings, and technical presentations.
Contribute to professional development by attending technical sessions, taking relevant courses, and building strong team relationships.
The Impact You Will Have
Drive the evolution of Keysight’s optical design software portfolio, ensuring alignment with industry needs and technological advancements.
Empower customers to innovate in areas such as sensors, transceivers, and photonic integrated circuits by delivering best‑in‑class design solutions.
Enhance Keysight’s market leadership through effective product positioning, compelling marketing, and robust customer engagement.
Accelerate the adoption of cutting‑edge simulation and modeling tools within the photonics and optics community.
Facilitate seamless collaboration between R&D, sales, and marketing, leading to successful product launches and customer satisfaction.
Strengthen Keysight’s global presence by representing the company at key industry events and building strategic partnerships.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the Optical Design Engineering team.
Qualifications
BS, MS, or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Optical Engineering, or a related discipline with emphasis on electro‑optics.
Proven experience using EM solver software (e.g., FDTD, RCWA, diffraction‑based, beam propagation tools) for EO device design.
Background as an optical, electrical, or systems engineer in the design and manufacture of electro‑optical devices (sensors, transceivers, PICs, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to translate customer needs into product features and specifications.
Hands‑on experience collaborating with software development teams to define and communicate product requirements and use cases.
Familiarity with AI systems, solid modeling, and photonics tools is a plus.
Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally for customer engagement, tradeshows, and team meetings.
Who You Are
Excellent communicator—able to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Collaborative team player who thrives in cross‑functional, multicultural environments.
Strategic thinker with a customer‑centric mindset and strong analytical skills.
Resourceful, self‑motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous professional growth.
Comfortable networking and building relationships across industry and academia.
The Team You’ll Be a Part Of You’ll join the Optical Design Engineering (ODE) team, a dynamic group of physicists, engineers, product managers, and software developers dedicated to advancing the state‑of‑the‑art in photonics and optical design. The team’s core mission is to deliver innovative simulation and modeling tools that empower engineers and researchers to push the boundaries of what’s possible in optical technology.
California pay range: MIN $145,970 – MAX $243,280
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision
Health Savings Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, Accident, Disability insurance
Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
401(k) Plan
Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
Paid Family Leave
Discounts, Perks
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
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Electro Optical Software Product Manager
role at
Keysight Technologies
Overview Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world‑class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries.
You Are Visionary and technically savvy product leader with a deep understanding of optical and electro‑optical systems. With a background in physics, electrical engineering, optics, or optical engineering, you have hands‑on experience designing and manufacturing electro‑optical devices and thrive at the intersection of technology and market needs. You are passionate about translating complex customer requirements into actionable product features and excel at collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including software developers, marketing, and sales. Your knowledge of EM solver software (FDTD, RCWA, and beam propagation tools) and emerging trends in AI and photonics complements your ability to grasp industry trends.
Responsibilities
Co‑author and review technical marketing materials, including product descriptions, competitive analyses, ads, white papers, and web content for the Optical Design Engineering team.
Participate in industry events and conferences to represent Keysight and stay current with optical technology trends.
Engage in strategic product planning, requirements generation, and roadmap development in close collaboration with R&D teams.
Support agile software development activities, including planning meetings, bug triage, test prioritization, and feature acceptance testing.
Manage alpha and beta programs by recruiting users, collecting feedback, and synthesizing results to shape future product releases.
Collaborate with external partners—such as glass manufacturers, model providers, and embedded catalog vendors—to enhance product capabilities.
Analyze and validate product packaging and pricing through customer feedback and competitive intelligence.
Support sales, distributors, and customer engagements through on‑site visits, tradeshows, user group meetings, and technical presentations.
Contribute to professional development by attending technical sessions, taking relevant courses, and building strong team relationships.
The Impact You Will Have
Drive the evolution of Keysight’s optical design software portfolio, ensuring alignment with industry needs and technological advancements.
Empower customers to innovate in areas such as sensors, transceivers, and photonic integrated circuits by delivering best‑in‑class design solutions.
Enhance Keysight’s market leadership through effective product positioning, compelling marketing, and robust customer engagement.
Accelerate the adoption of cutting‑edge simulation and modeling tools within the photonics and optics community.
Facilitate seamless collaboration between R&D, sales, and marketing, leading to successful product launches and customer satisfaction.
Strengthen Keysight’s global presence by representing the company at key industry events and building strategic partnerships.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the Optical Design Engineering team.
Qualifications
BS, MS, or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, Optical Engineering, or a related discipline with emphasis on electro‑optics.
Proven experience using EM solver software (e.g., FDTD, RCWA, diffraction‑based, beam propagation tools) for EO device design.
Background as an optical, electrical, or systems engineer in the design and manufacture of electro‑optical devices (sensors, transceivers, PICs, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to translate customer needs into product features and specifications.
Hands‑on experience collaborating with software development teams to define and communicate product requirements and use cases.
Familiarity with AI systems, solid modeling, and photonics tools is a plus.
Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally for customer engagement, tradeshows, and team meetings.
Who You Are
Excellent communicator—able to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Collaborative team player who thrives in cross‑functional, multicultural environments.
Strategic thinker with a customer‑centric mindset and strong analytical skills.
Resourceful, self‑motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous professional growth.
Comfortable networking and building relationships across industry and academia.
The Team You’ll Be a Part Of You’ll join the Optical Design Engineering (ODE) team, a dynamic group of physicists, engineers, product managers, and software developers dedicated to advancing the state‑of‑the‑art in photonics and optical design. The team’s core mission is to deliver innovative simulation and modeling tools that empower engineers and researchers to push the boundaries of what’s possible in optical technology.
California pay range: MIN $145,970 – MAX $243,280
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision
Health Savings Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, Accident, Disability insurance
Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
401(k) Plan
Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
Paid Family Leave
Discounts, Perks
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
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