About Plessey We’re building the hardware foundation for next-era computing. Plessey is a world-leading technology company driving the next generation of photonic devices and systems. With over 70 years of innovation, we combine research, materials science, process engineering, and manufacturing under one roof. Join us to work on breakthrough technologies shaping the future of light-based technology and computing Curiosity fuels us: we question assumptions, explore new ideas, and innovate with light-based technologies. By investing in and empowering our people, we strengthen Plessey’s impact and help shape the future of optical technology. We have each other’s backs, own our actions, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and safety. The Product Manager is accountable to the Director of Products and is responsible for defining and delivering Plessey’s MicroLED product offering for emerging Augmented Reality (AR) applications, while also supporting the development of new product opportunities in the optical interconnect domain. This role represents a new function within Plessey, supporting the transition from advanced technology development to product definition, roadmap delivery, and customer-aligned execution.Success in this role will be measured by development of clear, market-aligned product specifications, delivery of coherent product and feature roadmaps, effective alignment between customer expectations and engineering delivery & contribution to successful new product introduction (NPI) programmes. Support trade-off discussions between performance, manufacturability, and delivery timelines. Product Roadmap Development & Communication: Extend roadmap planning to include emerging application areas (e.g. optical interconnect) where aligned to Plessey’s technology strategy. Ensure customer priorities are represented in development planning and technical decision-making. Work closely with Programme and Project Managers to ensure delivery alignment. Support transition from development through NPI into scaled manufacturing. Drive continuous improvement in product performance, quality, and alignment to market needs. Technical background in semiconductor, display technologies, or related industries. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of product-market fit. Willingness to travel internationally. Experience or interest in emerging applications of compound semiconductor technologies (e.g. optical interconnect, photonics) is desirable.
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Plessey Semiconductors Ltd Recruitment Team
