System Architect – Sr. Director

Job Description/Responsibilities

• Experienced technologist with deep understanding of the accelerated computing market to lead the definition of next-generation silicon and software solutions.
• Knowledge of hardware and software requirement to attach FPGA-based compute accelerators to support a broad range of AI/machine learning, networking, storage, and wireless applications.
• Lead three phases of product life cycle:

MRD Definition and Investment Justification

• Develop a business plan, MRD and timeline for next-generation silicon and software products.
• Identify key customers and partners to assist in product definition and engineering development phase.

Product Implementation by Engineering – PRD Closure

• Coordinate with core engineering, software engineering, systems engineering and marketing to create an agreed PRD to meet an aggressive schedule product launch.
• Drive internal alignment by influencing and enrolling all key stakeholders in product/company vision.
• Coordinate with project management to optimize development time and cost.

Product Launch and Positioning

• Develop a go-to-market plan for next-generation products.
• Assist sales and marketing with promotional activities from initial customer product planning visits to formal product launches.
• Work closely with sales and marketing in a business development role to secure customer design wins and revenue for products.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated ability of setting product strategies that have translated to market share gains.
• Deep understanding of wired networking, wireless, data center architecture evolution and solution requirements.
• Seasoned in customer interactions at all levels: mid-level management to senior executives.
• Strong sense of team work and collaborative working style.
• FPGA knowledge desirable.

Education and Experience

BSEE or equivalent degree with 10+ years of engineering, marketing and/or product planning experience.