Product Development Manager

Product Development Manager – Semiconductor Metrology Systems £65,000 – £80,000 + bonus + share options + excellent benefits Abingdon, Oxfordshire | Hybrid Working Lead the launch of the next generation of semiconductor metrology technology. Infinitesima is developing breakthrough metrology solutions that enable semiconductor manufacturers to push the boundaries of performance, yield and process control. We're looking for a commercially minded and technically credible Product Development Manager to take ownership of the development and successful market launch of the next generation of our Metron3D product family. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll bring together engineering, manufacturing, product marketing, programme management and field operations to deliver products that solve real customer problems and create meaningful business value. If you thrive on turning complex technology into successful commercial products and enjoy leading cross-functional teams through the full product lifecycle, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing • Owning the end-to-end development and launch of the Metron3D product portfolio • Defining and maintaining the overall product development strategy, roadmap and delivery plans • Leading cross-functional teams across Product Marketing, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management and Field Service • Driving successful New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from concept through to release • Ensuring products are delivered on time, within budget and to the expected quality standards • Acting as the primary escalation point for programme risks, challenges and dependencies • Building strong relationships across technical and commercial teams to maintain alignment and momentum • Leading stage-gate reviews and ensuring adherence to Product Lifecycle (PLC) governance processes • Managing product requirements, specifications, scope changes and engineering releases • Working directly with customers to validate requirements, gather feedback and shape product direction • Collaborating with senior leadership to align product strategy with wider business objectives • Driving robust resource planning, risk management and mitigation activities • Monitoring programme metrics and ensuring targets for performance, cost, manufacturability and service readiness are achieved • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across product development and business processes What Success Looks Like You will successfully bring new Metron3D products to market that: • Meet customer needs and market expectations • Achieve performance, quality and cost targets • Are ready for manufacture, installation and service support • Deliver measurable commercial impact • Strengthen Infinitesima's position within the global semiconductor industry What We're Looking For Essential • Proven experience leading complex technology product development programmes • Strong track record of delivering products from concept through to market launch • Strong leadership skills with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams • Expertise in managing scope, budget, schedule and risk across complex development programmes • Experience working with structured product lifecycle and stage-gate methodologies • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills • Strong commercial awareness and customer focus • Analytical and data-driven approach to decision making • Ability to influence and drive progress without direct authority Desirable • Experience with highly configurable product platforms, modular architectures or product families • Experience within semiconductor equipment, semiconductor metrology, inspection systems or other advanced technology sectors • Experienc