Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and organized Project Manager to support the development and delivery of Silicon Photonics products.
 
The ideal candidate has a technical background in semiconductor manufacturing or silicon processes and is skilled at coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. This role requires strong planning, communication and execution skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive progress across engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams. The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented and capable of influencing stakeholders and moving projects forward without direct managerial authority.
 
Experience in photonics, optics, hardware, or mechanical engineering environments is an advantage. The candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced technology organization and have a proven ability to deliver results through effective coordination, follow-up, and teamwork.
 
Dustphotonics, now part of Credo, develops cutting-edge technology in Silicon Photonics which is revolutionizing connectivity and communication in data centers. Silicon photonics is becoming a standard technology used for high performance systems, solving challenges of performance, integration, power and cost. This technology is growing rapidly also in other markets such as Healthcare, LIDARs and other sensors. We are looking to solve the difficult problems, in a smart and simple way, by thinking out of the box, leveraging the knowledge and know-how of the team members and work as team to create magic.
 
Why Credo

• Purpose: We invest in what matters. From meaningful-future shaping projects to competitive compensation, we empower you to grow your career while making a lasting impact.
• People: Connection starts within. We collaborate, celebrate wins, and create an environment where everyone can do their best work.
• Possibilities: Our belief shapes what’s next. Our technology powers the most reliable and energy-efficient connections around the world – and our team powers new products and markets that come next.
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5–10 years of experience in an engineering, operations, or project management role within the semiconductor, photonics, or related technology industry.
• Experience coordinating or managing technical projects in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Background in silicon process technologies, semiconductor manufacturing, fabrication, or related areas.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop clear work plans, track progress and drive execution to meet project objectives.
• Proven ability to influence and coordinate cross-functional teams without direct managerial authority.
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented and results-driven.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Silicon Photonics, semiconductor, or related high-tech product development environments.
• Background in silicon process technologies; experience with optics, photonics, or optical communication systems is an advantage.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, testing, manufacturing processes and product development lifecycles.
• Hardware and/or mechanical engineering background- advantage.
• Understanding of semiconductor development, manufacturing and qualification processes.

 
Key Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to clearly present project plans, priorities, and status.
• Strong follow-up and execution capabilities.
• Ability to build alignment and drive results across multiple teams.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned projects.
• Team player with a positive, proactive, and “can-do” attitude.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage Silicon Photonics development projects from planning through execution.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and action-item tracking.
• Work closely with engineering teams including process, design, testing, packaging, and manufacturing to support project execution.
• Monitor project progress and help resolve issues that may impact schedules or deliverables.
• Organize and lead project meetings, document decisions, and follow up on action items.
• Communicate project status, risks, and key updates to stakeholders and management.
• Ensure alignment and effective communication between internal teams and external partners when required.
• Drive execution and accountability across cross-functional teams without direct managerial authority.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Help establish project plans and ensure activities are completed according to schedule.
  
  

About Credo

Credo’s mission is to transform connectivity at scale through fast, reliable, and energy-efficient system solutions. Our high-speed copper and optical interconnect products deliver industry-leading power and performance at up to 1.6T to meet the ever-expanding data infrastructure demands of AI. 
 
Our product portfolio includes components and solutions for copper and optical connectivity. Credo innovations enable our customers to connect the systems that connect the world. At Credo Israel, we develop the most innovative Silicon Photonics technology and products which are deployed in AI and cloud services Data centers.