Product Line Manager - Fiber Products

Position SummaryTempo Communications is seeking a technically savvy, customer-informed Product Manager to lead the development, strategy, and lifecycle of our fiber optic product portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who has hands-on experience with fiber installations and tools, and is ready to leverage that expertise to define, build, and grow best-in-class test and installation solutions. You will be responsible for managing product lines from concept to market, driving roadmap decisions, and working closely with engineering, sales, and customers.

This role does not require prior product management experience but does require strong technical grounding in fiber optics and the ability to translate field experience into market-leading product strategy. Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and manage the lifecycle of assigned fiber product lines (e. g.

, OTDRs, loss test kits, splicers, and other fiber tools)Gather and prioritize product and customer requirements through field visits, industry events, and customer engagementsDefine and maintain product roadmaps, business cases, and go-to-market strategiesTranslate customer needs into detailed product requirements for engineeringCollaborate with marketing to create product collateral, training, and sales enablement toolsAnalyze market trends, competition, and pricing to inform product positioning and strategySupport field teams and key customers with technical product knowledgeServe as subject matter expert internally and externally for fiber-related products and use casesRequired Qualifications3+ years of hands-on field experience in fiber installation, maintenance, or technical support, with exposure to live network environments3+ years using and maintaining fiber optic tools and instruments, such as fusion splicers, optical power meters, light sources, OTDRs, fiber identifiers, and inspection scopes3+ years of experience with fiber network implementations across key markets, such as telecom, MSOs, enterprise, utility, industrial, or defenseStrong working knowledge of fiber optic technology, including fiber types, connector standards, loss budgets, splicing techniques, and testing methodologiesFamiliarity with common fiber use cases (e.

g. , FTTH, FTTx, 5G backhaul, distributed antenna systems (DAS), data centers, and long-haul networks)Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and external customersHigh degree of initiative and independence, with a structured approach to problem-solvingProficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with CRM or PLM systems is a plusPreferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Telecommunications, Optical Networking, or a related technical fieldExperience working at or with fiber test and measurement equipment manufacturers or distributorsExposure to product lifecycle management, technical marketing, or product strategyWorking knowledge of relevant industry standards and organizations (e.

g. , TIA, IEEE, SCTE, BICSI, ITU)Awareness of emerging technologies and trends impacting the fiber landscape (e. g. , coherent optics, PON evolution, OTDR trace analysis, fiber characterization)Who Should ApplyThis role is ideal for fiber professionals who are ready to take the next step in their career by moving into a strategic, cross-functional role that shapes real-world tools for the industry.

We’re looking for individuals who are both technically proficient and entrepreneurial in mindset—people who thrive on solving practical problems, understand the challenges technicians face in the field, and want to build better solutions from the ground up. You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are:

A fiber technician or splicer working for a contractor or small utility who’s mastered the tools of the trade and wants to help define what comes nextA field support engineer or technical sales engineer at a fiber test equipment or fiber systems company, looking to move into product ownership and strategyA technical trainer or applications specialist who has taught others how to use fiber tools and understands both the technology and the end-user perspectiveSomeone who has owned projects, led initiatives, or built solutions independently—even if not formally in a product management roleCurious, resourceful, and able to translate customer needs into actionable product ideasIf you’ve spent years solving fiber problems hands-on and are ready to shape the tools that solve tomorrow’s, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Tempo Communications?At Tempo Communications, you'll be part of a fast-moving, innovative team that’s shaping the future of test and installation solutions. We’re small enough for your voice to be heard and your ideas to make a real impact—yet established enough to have a strong reputation in the industry. Here, you’ll collaborate closely with leadership, engineering, and sales to design the next generation of fiber tools that empower technicians to work smarter, faster, and more reliably.

If you’re driven by purpose, creativity, and seeing your work in action, Tempo is the place to grow and make a difference. You Might Be a Great Fit If You Are:

A fiber technician or splicer working for a contractor or small utility who’s mastered the tools of the trade and wants to help define what comes nextA field support engineer or technical sales engineer at a fiber test equipment or fiber systems company, looking to move into product ownership and strategyA technical trainer or applications specialist who has taught others how to use fiber tools and understands both the technology and the end-user perspectiveSomeone who has owned projects, led initiatives, or built solutions independently—even if not formally in a product management roleCurious, resourceful, and able to translate customer needs into actionable product ideasIf you’ve spent years solving fiber problems hands-on and are ready to shape the tools that solve tomorrow’s, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Tempo Communications?At Tempo Communications, you'll be part of a fast-moving, innovative team that’s shaping the future of test and installation solutions. We’re small enough for your voice to be heard and your ideas to make a real impact—yet established enough to have a strong reputation in the industry. Here, you’ll collaborate closely with leadership, engineering, and sales to design the next generation of fiber tools that empower technicians to work smarter, faster, and more reliably.

If you’re driven by purpose, creativity, and seeing your work in action, Tempo is the place to grow and make a difference.