Description
Who We Are
We are changing the norm by being customer-focused, technology-led. viaPhoton is reimagining fiber optic manufacturing for the AI era. We design and deliver custom-engineered, end-to-end fiber connectivity solutions for the data centers, 5G networks, and AI infrastructure shaping the next decade, and our customers need them in weeks, not months. In five years we've grown to a team of 200+ and 4x'd our revenue in the last year alone, and we're just getting started. We're looking for people who want to do their best work with a team that's moving fast.
About the Role
You'll build viaPhoton's Co-Packaged Optics (CPO) business from the ground up into a market-defining organization serving hyperscale AI data centers, GPU compute tray suppliers, and optical network switch OEMs. You'll own the whole business, including strategy, technology roadmap, team, and P&L, pairing commercial know-how with deep technical understanding of optical networking, silicon photonics, and AI infrastructure. This role reports to the CTO.
- Build and grow the CPO business into a market-defining organization, owning strategy, technology roadmap, staffing, and P&L
- Shape and carry out a strategic plan for the advanced photonics business, defining target markets, product portfolio, and positioning
- Build a photonics team that can innovate and deliver against the plan
- Guide development of key enabling technologies: co-packaged optics, silicon photonics, laser integration, fiber-to-chip interconnect, and high-volume manufacturing
- Form strategic partnerships across foundries, photonics packaging and fiber optic component suppliers, and research institutions
What You'll Bring
- Have a BS in Engineering (MS preferred); an MBA is a plus
- Have 8+ years of progressive experience guiding teams, including 5+ years running technology businesses
- Have brought advanced technology products to market
- Bring deep technical understanding of optical networking, silicon photonics, and AI infrastructure
- Are energized by a fast-paced environment where cross-functional teamwork and customer satisfaction come first
Want to read the full job description? Business Unit Leader, CPO
What's in it for you?
- Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
- 401(k) with 4% match, vests immediately after a 90-day waiting period
- Flexible PTO that grows over time
- 10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays
- Monthly team events
- Click here to view our full benefits overview.
Location: Naperville, IL
Schedule: Mon–Fri | Onsite
Compensation: $150,000 to $250,000 per year, plus annual bonus
We're building something big, and we want good people along for the ride. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.
At viaPhoton, we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We reinforce this through our core values and beliefs as well as our processes and strategic goals. We remind team members to seek various viewpoints, learn and be hungry with curiosity, and gain trust.
We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions based on merit and qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, health condition, genetic information, marital or family status, military or veteran status, socioeconomic background, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We provide reasonable accommodations and adjustments throughout the hiring process. If you need one, please let us know. Any personal data you share with us is handled confidentially and in line with applicable data protection law.
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