Program Manager

HyperLight is at the forefront of the commercialization of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) integrated photonics - a material and process technology that is enabling high-performance, scalable optical components across AI/datacom infrastructure, hyperscale computing, quantum computing, sensing, and beyond. Founded in 2018 and backed by leading venture capital, we’ve built a team and a platform focused on real-world mass deployment of TFLN photonics technology.

At the core of our work is the TFLN Chiplet™ platform — a modular, integrated architecture designed for scalability, manufacturability, and seamless integration into complex systems. It offers a rare combination of extraordinary performance and industrial readiness, enabling system developers across applications to deploy the technology fast and ready. We partner with our customers and suppliers from conceptualization, design, and prototyping phases, all the way through mass production to ensure smooth and rapid deployment of TFLN photonic technology.

We believe our platform is the key, in the golden age of integrated photonics, to empower humanity to the next level. We assembled a world class team covering engineering, business and operations. We believe in the power of integrity, innovation, collaboration and pragmatic solutions. Our diverse team thrives on challenges and is united by a shared commitment to excellence. We take pride in tackling complex challenges with curiosity, humility, and a deep sense of care for one another.

We are expanding our team and seeking a Program Manager to drive projects forward for our industry-leading customers. The selected candidate will be responsible for project planning, resource management, and performance tracking, and driving seamless cross-functional collaboration to produce and deliver our cutting edge chips at scale for mission critical customers and partners. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring we execute on HyperLight's ambitious goals and accelerating our growth.

As part of your responsibilities, you will:

• Establish project plans and oversee product deliverables, customer engagements, product qualification efforts, contract manufacturing and global supply chain activities and deliverables
• Collaborate closely with Product, Sales, Operations, and Engineering leaders on planning, resource allocation, and timeline management to meet product and customer milestones and ensure effective execution against project plans and expectations
• Be a force multiplier by participating in technical and operational discussions with multiple stakeholders and organically collect necessary details to update status, dependencies and efficiently drive timelines with minimal overhead for functional teams
• Own and improve communication and documentation among cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, and testing to ensure seamless handoffs
• Monitor and report on project performance metrics and adjust plans as necessary to ensure timely delivery
• Inform stakeholders regularly on project progress, gathering and incorporating key feedback into project plans, and ensuring continuous alignment

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Technical familiarity with photonic integrated circuits, semiconductor processing, volume production, and telecom and datacom products
• 5+ years of experience in program management in the semiconductor, electro-optical components and fiber-optic transceiver hardware development industry, with a successful track record of managing engineering projects
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively
• Experience with project management tools and methodology, including the generation of executive dashboards for stakeholder updates and to monitor the health of complex projects
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to engage and motivate cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills, capable of presenting complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining flexibility in response to changing priorities

• Competitive market-based compensation (Salary range $120,000 - $180,000 per year)
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, vision, and dental plans for individuals and families
• 401(k) retirement plans with employee matching
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter benefits and subsidies
• Professional growth and mentorship opportunities

This role is in-person at HyperLight's office in Cambridge, MA. Authorization to work in the US is required.

HyperLight is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. HyperLight is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during our hiring process. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected].