Are you ready to lead the operations driving the next generation of programmable photonics?
At i Pronics, 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 integral 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 Df M, 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 Df M, 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 i Pronics?
At i Pronics, 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 €20 M 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.
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📌 Operations Manager (Ribamontán al Mar)
🏢 iPronics
📍 Ribamontán al Mar