Director PLM, Data Center Products
Job Location:
Newport Beach, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 195000 - 288000
Posted:
22 August 2026 (12 days ago)
Application Deadline:
19 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets including Data Centers Telecommunications Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF) microwave millimeter wave photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence high performance computing satellite communications radar unmanned aerial vehicles medical equipment test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.
MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development wafer fabrication circuit design advanced packaging systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power highest frequency and/or highest data rates.
Leading technologies innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!
Position Overview:
MACOM is seeking a Product Line Manager (PLM) to manage semiconductor products line for rapidly-evolving AI and cloud data center market. Product lines include laser drivers transimpedance amplifiers and CDRs for optical connectivity and signal conditioners for copper connectivity technologies.
The PLM will utilize their technical and business expertise to translate market and customer needs into product definition establish actionable go-to-market strategies and propose new product investments. Responsible for revenue and demand forecasting product line P&L support of the sales organization and customer interactions.
This role reports to the VP of Product Marketing. You will work closely with business unit leadership engineering sales marketing and operations for the success of the product line.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for P&L of semiconductor products targeted for optical and copper connectivity in data center applications including laser drivers TIA CDR and copper equalizers
Define next generation products (specs features etc.) based on future customer needs innovative ideas competitive analysis standards trends marketing and R&D inputs cost constraints etc.
Assess market trends and market sizing (TAM/SAM)
Work closely with sales visit key customers to understand their challenges/needs and promote new products.
Work closely with R&D and operations throughout the design phase and until production release to assure compliance to customer needs.
Key Qualifications Competencies & Skills Required:
Bachelor in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree required Masters of Business Administration (MBA) a plus.
5 years related semiconductor product management marketing and/or applications engineering experience.
System level experience with Networking technologies (Laser Drivers TIAs DSPs Equalizers).
Knowledge of analog and mixed signal circuitry a plus.
Able to work in and foster a teamwork environment with a demonstrated ability to coordinate activities across multiple functional areas.
Must be an effective communicator with the ability to interface at all levels within the organization possessing a thorough command of the English language written as well as verbal.
Willing to travel over 20% of time including international travel.
EEO:
MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin age disability genetic information veteran status military service marital status or any other category protected under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process please call 1- or email Provide your name phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested and nature of accommodation needed and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
RSU Eligible
This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses solely at MACOMs discretion subject to individual and company performance.
Salary Range
The Salary Range for this position is $195000 $288000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors including but not limited to work location relevant candidates experience education and specific knowledge skills and abilities.
Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
Health dental and vision insurance.
Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
Paid time off.
Professional development opportunities.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
MACOM designs and manufactures high-performance semiconductor products for the Telecommunications, Industrial and Defense, and Data Center industries.