Teams at Lightera

Develops and supports manufacturing processes for optical connectivity products from concept through production. Responsibilities include prototype and qualification testing, process and capacity optimization, tooling and equipment evaluation, supplier support, calibration, documentation, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and engineering change orders. The role also supports new product introduction, product design modifications, quality compliance, and cost reduction initiatives.

Provides strategic leadership for global IT, including technology strategy, digital transformation, governance, cybersecurity, budgeting, vendor management, business continuity, infrastructure reliability, and executive stakeholder communication. Leads global IT teams, oversees major technology initiatives, ensures regulatory compliance, manages resources, and aligns IT investments with business objectives. The role reports to the CEO and requires up to 30% international and domestic travel.

Leads internal auditing activities, J-SOX and external audit coordination, and evaluations of financial, operational, and compliance controls. Develops audit schedules, performs testing, analyzes and prepares data, identifies risks and non-conformities, recommends process improvements, communicates findings to stakeholders and management, and tracks remediation. Creates reports, dashboards, and visualizations to support organizational decision-making. Travel under 25% is required domestically and internationally.