Astera Labs is a global leader delivering semiconductor-based connectivity solutions purpose-built to unleash the full potential of intelligent data infrastructure at cloud-scale. Our class-defining first-to-market products based on PCIe, CXL, and Ethernet technologies deliver critical connectivity for high-value artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Our focus on customer-driven product definition and commitment to design solutions in the cloud, for the cloud, results in breakthrough execution and scale for our customers. 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.
Job Summary
The Software/Firmware EPM leads cross-functional execution required for development, testing and production release of software and firmware used with Astera Labs’ products. This is a high-impact position that is directly responsible for successful execution of critical revenue goals.
Key Responsibilities
Be the point of contact within Astera for all matters relating to software/firmware programs
Own the on-time, on-spec, on-budget and with high-quality delivery of firmware and software components from concept through production release; manage maintenance releases as required
Set and drive execution of the software/firmware release roadmap using Agile and waterfall methodologies as appropriate
Decompose work product into epics, stories and sprints and manage execution and delivery thereof
Program planning, schedules, budgeting, risk assessment, resource planning and management, and tracking related program activities
Review, disposition and communicate changes in scope / schedule / expense
Conduct regular meetings to ensure cross-functional teams are clear on expectations and problem-solving actions are in place to address issues in a timely manner
Maintain adequate technical depth and managerial skill to address program and product issues
Be the champion of your programs and maintain management and key stakeholder alignment
Collaborate with the team to ensure customer expectations are exceeded
Actively contribute to organizational development and process improvement initiatives
Job Requirements
Bachelors’ or Masters’ Degree in Computer Engineering/Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering
10 or more years of relevant experience in software development in an electronics product or semiconductor company
Hands-on experience in development of software and/or firmware deployed provided to customers and/or deployed in a production environment
Proficiency in one or more high-level programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Java
Working knowledge of software development flow including IDE/toolchains, testing, versioning, and release management
5 or more years of experience as a Software Program Manager, Scrum/PMP certification is a plus
Experience working on software or firmware for PCI-E, memory or data communication products
Technical appreciation of hardware engineering flows and interaction between hardware, firmware and software
Program management and analytical skills, ability to organize information for internal and external consumption.
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office tools Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Expert 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 tools
Able to motivate and energize teams and lead by influence in a matrixed organization
Able to take timely decisions with limited or incomplete information
Strong communication skills and the ability to keep calm and make progress in high stress situations
Ability to travel to Astera Labs’ sites as required
We 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.
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