Are you ready to lead the operations driving the next generation of programmable photonics?
At iPronics, pioneers in software-defined photonics and creators of the world’s first programmable optical switch on silicon, we’re looking for a Senior Operations Manager to strengthen our global operations and manufacturing ecosystem — ensuring quality, reliability, and scalability as we bring our cutting-edge technology to market.
What You’ll Do:
As a Senior Operations Manager, you’ll be a key part of our leadership team, overseeing the full spectrum of operations — from supplier partnerships to process optimization and quality assurance. Your mission: ensure flawless execution as we scale our photonic systems from prototype to production.
Your main responsibilities will include:
* Operations Management: Oversee daily operations and long-term planning to ensure efficient production, supply chain, and logistics execution.
* Supplier & Partner Management: Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and manufacturing partners.
* Process Development & Execution: Define, implement, and continuously improve operational processes to support yield, reliability, and scalability.
* Quality & Reliability: Drive excellence through DfM, FMEA, SPC, and yield management methodologies, ensuring consistent quality and performance.
What We’re Looking For:
Education & Experience
* 5+ years of experience in semiconductor, photonics, or hardware manufacturing operations.
* Proven success in supplier management, yield improvement, and production execution in a fabless model.
* Experience in fast-paced start-up or scale-up environments, with a proactive, hands-on approach.
Technical Expertise
* Strong understanding of semiconductor/photonics manufacturing flows and hardware systems.
* Proficiency in DfM, FMEA, RCA, SPC, MES, and yield management methodologies.
* Solid track record managing manufacturing partners and ensuring operational excellence across continents.
Soft Skills
* Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
* A proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
What We Offer
* Permanent, full-time position based in Valencia.
* Flexible working hours and a supportive hybrid model.
* Private health insurance and pension plan.
* December 24th and 31st off.
* A collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented environment where your ideas truly make an impact.
* A chance to shape the operational backbone of a deep-tech company redefining optical networks for AI and data centers.
Why Join iPronics?
At iPronics, we’re building the future of optical communication — merging photonics, microelectronics, and software to deliver low-latency, energy-efficient solutions for AI architectures and data centers.
Following our €20M Series A funding round, we’re scaling our technology and expanding globally. You’ll be part of a passionate, multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists working from sunny Valencia ☀️ — shaping real-world innovations with global impact.
Interested?
If you’re excited about leading global operations and building scalable manufacturing excellence in a cutting-edge photonics company, we’d love to hear from you.
And if this sounds like the perfect role for someone you know — please share!
Let’s shape the optical future, together. ✨