VP/Sr. Director of Marketing Coherent DSP ASIC

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Vice President of Marketing to lead our marketing and product positioning efforts as we bring cutting-edge Coherent DSP ASIC solutions to market. This individual will define the go-to-market strategy, elevate our brand in the optical semiconductor space, and drive demand across global markets including telecom, hyperscale data centers, and OEM partners.

Strategic Leadership

·      Define and execute a global marketing strategy aligned with corporate goals and product roadmap.

·       Lead cross-functional initiatives to position the company as a leader in Coherent DSP and optical semiconductors.

·      Collaborate with Management, Sales, Operation and Engineering to ensure alignment on messaging, roadmap, and market needs.

Product and Technical Marketing

·      Own product marketing for Coherent DSP ASICs, including competitive analysis, value proposition, and differentiation, MRD and PRD

·      Develop technical collateral (white papers, datasheets, product briefs, presentations) targeting optical engineers, system architects, and CTO-level buyers.

·      Engage with industry analysts and speak at key events to elevate company profile.

Demand Generation & GTM

·      Design and implement go-to-market strategies including product launches, campaign planning, digital outreach, and sales enablement.

·      Oversee global lead generation strategies, PR, SEO/SEM, event strategy, and partner marketing.

·      Work closely with sales leadership to support account-based marketing, customer acquisition, and pipeline acceleration.

Team & Budget Management

·      Build and lead a high-performance marketing team.

·      Manage marketing budget and allocate resources to maximize ROI.

Qualifications

Required

·      10+ years of progressive marketing leadership experience, preferably in optical communications, semiconductors, or networking industries.

·      5+ years of experience specifically in coherent optics, DSP, transceivers, or photonic integrated circuits (PICs).

·      Proven track record of bringing technical semiconductor or telecom solutions to market in a startup or high-growth company.

·      Deep understanding of coherent optical systems, DSP algorithms, modulation formats, and market dynamics in the telecom and datacom sectors.

·      Experience working with hyperscalers, network OEMs, or system integrators.

·      Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives.

Preferred

·      MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.

·      Experience at both startups and large enterprises.

·      Prior role leading through a funding round, M&A, or IPO stage.

Compensation

·      Competitive base salary

·      Equity participation

·      Full benefits package

Why Join Us

You’ll be joining a fast-growing, Series D startup led by industry veterans and backed by top-tier investors. We're building transformative coherent DSP technology that powers the next generation of AI connectivity.