Product Manager IV - Passive Optics; AI​/Hyperscale Focus), Digital Data Networks

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Product Management Teams manage all aspects of a product, from driving new product development to manufacturing to marketing. They are responsible for overall product strategy, business leadership and capacity plans in order to meet sales and profit targets.

The Opportunity Join TE Connectivity's Data and Devices business unit as a senior individual contributor driving product strategy for our rapidly expanding Optics organization - a critical technology powering the AI revolution. You'll execute strategic initiatives for optical interconnects including Fiber Attachment Units (FAU), optical shuffles, and front plate/backplane connectivity for hyperscale customers driving next-generation AI compute architectures.

Why This Role Matters: As AI workloads explode, optical connectivity is becoming mission-critical infrastructure. You'll be at the forefront of this transformation, executing strategies that directly impact TE's growth in one of the industry's hottest segments through expert planning and cross-functional influence.

Strategic Execution

• Market Intelligence:
Develop data-driven product roadmaps and competitive analysis that capture emerging AI/hyperscale opportunities

• Cross-functional Leadership:
Influence and coordinate global teams across engineering, sales, manufacturing, and supply chain through expertise and relationship building to deliver winning customer programs

• Program Ownership:
Drive key customer programs from concept to launch, serving as technical product authority

Business Impact

• Revenue Growth:
Lead S&OP forecasting processes and execute strategies to maximize market share, sales volume, and profit margins

• Investment Analysis:
Develop compelling business cases and technical assessments for senior leadership portfolio decisions

• Customer Partnership:
Serve as primary technical product contact for key hyperscale customers throughout program lifecycle

Technical Leadership

• Product Planning:
Own detailed product roadmap development, technical specifications, and go-to-market strategies

• Standards Influence:
Represent TE in standards organizations and drive industry direction through technical expertise

• Innovation Drive:
Identify and champion new technology opportunities that position TE competitively

What your background should look like:

8+ years in product management, business development, or technical roles with demonstrated P&L impact

• Technical Expertise:
Deep knowledge of passive fiber optic connectors and cable assemblies with hands-on application experience

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Education:

4-year technical degree required; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
• Industry Knowledge:
High-speed interconnect products and cloud/AI industry experience strongly desired

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking:
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into winning business strategies and actionable plans

• Influence & Leadership:
Proven track record leading cross-functional initiatives without direct authority and building strong internal/external relationships

• Execution Excellence:
Strong project management capabilities with consistent results delivery in fast-paced environments

• Communication

Skills:

Advanced presentation and negotiation abilities to effectively communicate across all organizational levels

• Technical Authority:
Experience serving as subject matter expert and technical decision-maker within cloud/AI/enterprise marketplace

Why Choose TE Connectivity

At TE, you'll join a global technology leader committed to creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our inclusive culture values diverse perspectives and provides opportunities for continuous growth and innovation.

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