[Remote] Product Line Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ciena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, committed to a people-first approach. The Product Line Manager will shape the strategy and execution of high-speed optical and electrical interconnect technologies, serving as the primary product management interface with technology partners to drive market adoption and business outcomes.ResponsibilitiesDefine product strategy and multi-year roadmaps for optical and electrical interconnect technologies including co-packaged optics, near-packaged optics, advanced optical packaging, and electrical interconnectsLead commercialization efforts for optical and electrical interfaces, associated technologies, and in-house componentsEstablish commercial offers and pricing structures aligned with industry normsDevelop business cases and secure approvals for new features and initiativesPartner with marketing teams to create product positioning and customer-facing materials including presentations, data sheets, and competitive analysesServe as a primary interface between engineering, sales, customers, and external technology partnersAssess customer requirements, technology trends, regulatory considerations, and competitive dynamics to guide roadmap decisionsSkillsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Electrical EngineeringExperience: 10+ years of technical experience in telecommunications or the component industryApplication of high-speed interconnect technologies including co-packaged optics, near-packaged optics, active electrical and copper cables, coherent, direct detect, SerDes, PHYs, and electro-opticsBackground in optical and electrical interconnect architectures and emerging component standardsUtilization of component commercialization models including modules, bare die, and chipletsExperience defining commercialization requirements such as SDKs, documentation, and sales enablement frameworksBackground working with cross-functional modem, component, and R&D teams to define and prioritize features and roadmapsAbility to gather and translate customer and internal stakeholder requirements into product specifications and proposals, including responses to RFIs and RFPsClear communication and presentation skills across technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to manage multiple initiatives with minimal direction in a virtual or cross-functional environmentExperience with direct detect and coherent optical technologiesBackground interfacing directly with external technology partnersPrior experience in product management, solutions architecture, technical marketing, FAE, or sales engineering rolesExperience influencing component or subsystem product strategies across multiple market consumption modelsExposure to global customer engagements, trade shows, or industry forumsWillingness to travel approximately 20%, including international travelBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision plansParticipation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matchingEmployee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Company-paid holidaysPaid sick leaveVacation timePaid Family LeaveCompany OverviewCiena collaborates with customers to unlock the strategic potential of their networks and and change the way they perform and compete. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in Linthicum Heights, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.ciena.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCiena has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 9 in 2026, 34 in 2025, 21 in 2024, 36 in 2023, 44 in 2022, 30 in 2021, 29 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.