Engineering Program Manager (EPM) – Ethernet Active Electrical Cable Products

Astera Labs is a global leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions that unlock the full potential of cloud and AI infrastructure. Our Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates PCIe, CXL and Ethernet semiconductor-based solutions based on a software-defined architecture that is both scalable and customizable. Inspired by trusted partnerships with hyperscalers and the data center ecosystem, we are an innovation leader of products that are flexible, interoperable, and reliable. We are headquartered in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, with R&D centers and offices in Taiwan, China, Vancouver and Toronto, Canada, and Haifa, Israel.The EPM for Ethernet AEC Products leads cross-functional execution required for development, qualification, NPI, RTM (release to manufacturing) and sustaining phase of Astera Labs' Ethernet AEC products. This is a high-impact position that is directly responsible for successful execution of critical revenue goals.Key ResponsibilitiesBe the single point of contact within Astera for all matters relating to Ethernet AEC programs including ASIC (Silicon + Firmware), Software, Boards and AEC Cables.Own the delivery of Ethernet AEC products from concept through production and lead sustaining phase activities:Align activities across various disciplines to ensure customer needs are metASIC pre-silicon: architecture, RTL design, verification, physical design, packaging, tape-outASIC post-silicon: validation, wafer & package-level test, reliability (qual)Board: spec, design, build qty. planning, EVT/DVT/PVTAEC cable: spec, design, build qty. planning, EVT/DVT/PVT, customer qualification, rampFW release roadmap and delivery to customers, prioritization of feedback/issuesMaintain adequate technical depth and managerial skill to address program and product issuesProgram planning, schedules, budgeting, risk assessment, resource planning and management, and tracking related program activitiesManage multiple parallel threads of execution while clearly identifying and tracking dependenciesIdentify risks and bottlenecks and actively work on resolving themReview, disposition and communicate changes in scope / schedule / expenseConduct regular meetings to ensure cross-functional teams are clear on expectations and problem-solving actions are in place to address issues in a timely mannerBe the champion of your programs and maintain management and key stakeholder alignmentActively contribute to organizational development and process improvement initiativesJob RequirementsBachelors' or Masters' Degree in Electronics/Electrical/Computer Engineering15 or more years of relevant ASIC, Firmware or Hardware product experience at an electronics product / semiconductor companyHands-on experience in development of ASICs, hardware and/or firmware for Ethernet productsKnowledge of modern datacenter interconnect technologies such as Ethernet, InfiniBand and PCIe is a plusExperience in solving technical problems in pre-silicon or post-silicon environment8 or more years of experience as a Technical/Engineering Program Manager, PMP certification is a plusExperience building new ASIC and/or Hardware products in advanced technology nodes (< 10 nm)Technical appreciation of ASIC and hardware engineering flows (front end and backend development processes, product and test engineering, char and validation, hardware/firmware/software design)Program management and analytical skills, ability to organize information for internal and external consumption.Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office tools Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OutlookExpert knowledge with Atlassian Tools and JIRA Scrum Methodologies as well as using work breakdown structure to identify objectives and milestones.Working knowledge of Microsoft Project and other program management toolsAble to motivate and energize teams and lead by influence in a matrixed organizationAble to take timely decisions with limited or incomplete informationStrong communication skills and the ability to keep calm and make progress in high stress situationsAbility to travel to Astera Labs' and manufacturing sites as requiredWe know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.