VP/Sr. Director of Marketing – Coherent DSP ASIC

Description

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.

Requirements

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.