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Principal Technical Program Manager

Santa Clara, CA, USFull-time$158k–$237k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead complex development programs from early definition through validation and production readiness for integrated semiconductor platforms (boards, switches, optics) serving hyperscale cloud and networking customers.

Role type

Principal Technical Program Manager (Semiconductor/Platform Engineering)

Builds

Integrated platforms combining board design, switch systems, and optical interconnects for AI infrastructure and data centers

Domain

Semiconductor industry, high-speed hardware, networking, AI infrastructure

Required skills

Program leadership, platform expertise (high-speed board design, switch systems, optics), technical fluency (PCB design, signal integrity, switch architectures, optical integration), cross-functional influence, executive communication, execution discipline, strategic perspective

Preferred skills

Master's degree or PhD, 15+ years industry experience, experience with custom cloud data center solutions

Technologies

High-speed PCB design, switch architectures, optical module integration, hardware/firmware validation

Responsibilities

Own platform programs from concept to production readiness; Deliver for hyperscale customers; Unite multidisciplinary teams; Drive technical integration and issue resolution; Build quality into execution; Manage tradeoffs (schedule, scope, cost); Anticipate risks and remove roadblocks; Connect development to manufacturing; Lead with clarity; Strengthen delivery practices

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership with hands-on program management