R&D Manager - Photonic Communication Test Systems (m/w/d)

Overview
Keysight is on 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. Learn more
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Responsibilities
You are an experienced project manager with a background in photonic research and development? Join us and become part of our photonics product development team, belonging to the Keysight Communications Solutions Group. In this position, you will get the opportunity to work with a highly motivated team to develop best in class test systems for the optical telecommunications industry.

• In charge of managing all photonic communication test system projects from conception to product launch
• Manage the hardware product lifecycle from concept to release, including scope, schedule, resource, budget, and risk management
• Align with marketing, order fulfilment, and other organisations to drive successful new product introductions
• Lead a team of engineers and support them in meeting their business and development goals
• Identify and harness leverage potential across products and platforms
• Drive technical decisions
• Ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements
• Communicate plans and results to management

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject (Optics, Telecommunication, Electrical Engineering with optics background)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project and product life cycle management
• Demonstrated track record in leading development teams
• Excellent written and verbal skills to be able to lead across multiple functions.
• Pro-active, strategic, and growth mindset
• Structured working style and ready to hold themselves and others accountable
• Fluent in English