【B2B】Business Development Manager- Optics

A leading global provider of high-performance fibre optic interconnect solutions is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their team in Taiwan. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI, quantum connectivity, and advanced computing architectures within a dynamic, international environment.

What you'll do:

As a Business Development Manager based in Taiwan, you will immerse yourself in a fast-evolving landscape where your ability to connect with key stakeholders is crucial. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve developing robust strategies that unlock new business opportunities across semiconductor value chains—including chip companies, foundries, OSATs—and supporting the commercialisation of innovative products designed for AI infrastructure and advanced packaging. You will collaborate extensively with global teams to ensure seamless customer engagement while gathering valuable market intelligence that shapes product direction. Representing the organisation at industry events will allow you to build lasting relationships with ecosystem partners. Success in this role hinges on your capacity for collaboration across multicultural environments; your willingness to facilitate technical evaluations; your adaptability in responding to shifting market demands; and your commitment to driving growth through strategic partnerships. International travel will further expand your network as you engage directly with customers throughout Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America.

• Develop and execute business development strategies for the emerging technology portfolio by identifying new market opportunities within semiconductor, AI infrastructure, advanced packaging, and data centre ecosystems.
• Build strong relationships with ecosystem stakeholders such as foundries, OSATs (assembly & packaging partners), semiconductor testing companies, system builders, OEMs, data centre operators, networking companies, and technology alliance partners.
• Identify integration points for advanced technologies into future computing and connectivity ecosystems by understanding evolving market needs and technological advancements.
• Support commercialisation efforts for new products from concept through market adoption by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams across Taiwan, Japan, and the US.
• Gather market intelligence and customer feedback to influence product direction and business strategy while ensuring alignment with industry trends.
• Represent the organisation at industry conferences, customer meetings, and ecosystem engagements to enhance visibility and position as a strategic technology partner.
• Facilitate collaboration between technical teams and customers to support evaluation programmes and business opportunities that drive innovation.
• Work proactively with global sales teams to develop customer engagement plans tailored to diverse markets.
• Monitor ecosystem dynamics by tracking competitor activities and emerging technologies relevant to fibre optic connectivity.
• Travel internationally to engage with customers across the United States, Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand.

What you bring:

To excel as a Business Development Manager within this global organisation in Taiwan you will bring proven expertise from roles involving business development or strategic partnerships—ideally within sectors such as semiconductors or data centres. Your interpersonal skills will enable you to nurture relationships across diverse stakeholder groups including OEMs and system builders. A deep understanding of the semiconductor value chain will empower you to identify integration points for new technologies while familiarity with AI infrastructure or optical connectivity ensures relevance in conversations about future computing architectures. Your fluency in Mandarin combined with proficiency in English allows seamless communication across borders. You thrive on curiosity—embracing learning opportunities—and demonstrate resilience when adapting strategies amidst changing market conditions. Experience working collaboratively within multicultural settings is essential; your ability to gather insights from various sources informs actionable recommendations that drive business growth.

• 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales, product marketing or strategic partnerships within technology industries such as semiconductors or data centres.
• Proven track record working with system builders, OEMs, semiconductor companies or related sectors including networking or optical connectivity.
• Comprehensive understanding of the semiconductor value chain encompassing chip companies, foundries (fabrication), OSATs (assembly & packaging), system builders.
• Familiarity with AI infrastructure, high-performance computing (HPC), optical connectivity or advanced packaging ecosystems is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability managing customer relationships while engaging effectively with cross-functional stakeholders across global teams.
• Skill in identifying market trends and ecosystem dynamics that inform new business opportunities within rapidly evolving technology landscapes.
• Experience operating successfully in multicultural or international business environments where collaboration is key.
• Fluency in Mandarin coupled with effective communication skills in English for both internal coordination and external stakeholder engagement.
• Strong curiosity paired with learning agility—showing openness towards exploring unfamiliar technologies or markets as they emerge.
• Resilience and adaptability when working in environments characterised by experimentation; comfortable navigating change while maintaining focus on objectives.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader committed to advancing fibre optic interconnect solutions that underpin tomorrow’s AI infrastructure and quantum connectivity. With operations spanning multiple continents—including Asia-Pacific regions—the company fosters an inclusive culture where teamwork is celebrated. Employees benefit from comprehensive support packages featuring paid leave alongside access to international training programmes designed for continuous professional development. Exposure to pioneering projects ensures you remain engaged at the forefront of technological innovation while frequent participation in industry conferences broadens your perspective on emerging trends. The company’s dedication to equal opportunity means all talent is welcomed regardless of background; here you’ll find encouragement for personal growth within a supportive network that values collaboration above all else. By joining this team you become part of an ambitious mission: powering data centres worldwide through transformative optical solutions that shape the future of computing.

What's next:

If you are ready to make an impact on the future of AI infrastructure and optical communications—apply now!

Apply today by submitting your resume via the provided link!