Technical Manager, Product Definition Engineering (PDE)

Infineon Technologies AG; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 247,840 - 340,780; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan

Competitive salary

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG is seeking a Technical Manager for Product Definition Engineering in San Jose, CA. In this role, you will lead a team to bridge customer requirements with innovative power solutions in high-performance computing and AI infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in power electronics and proven ability to manage and influence cross-functional teams. This position includes a competitive salary range of $247,840 to $340,780 base annually.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in power electronics with 2+ years in technical management/leadership.
• Proven ability to sell technical concepts through data-driven analysis.
• Experience with global teams and Tier-1 customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and scale an inclusive team of PDEs.
• Translate complex platform needs into actionable roadmaps.
• Drive innovation in high-density, low-voltage power solutions.

Skills

Power conversion topologies

Multiphase buck converters

Digital control loops

Technical management

Data-driven analysis

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field

Job description

Location

Flexible across six design centers: San Jose, CA; Austin, TX; Andover, MA; Warwick, RI; El Segundo, CA; Raleigh, NC.

Overview

The Technical Manager, Product Definition Engineering (PDE) on the Marketing team works closely with customers to transform our products into cutting‑edge designs and build lasting partnerships. The role bridges customer system requirements with breakthrough power silicon, focusing on high‑performance computing and AI infrastructure.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and scale an inclusive team of PDEs; foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and accountability.
• Build a highly visible, customer‑centric function; translate complex platform needs into actionable roadmaps and rigorous PRDs/system specs.
• Own requirements and set the architectural vision for digital multiphase controllers, integrated power stages (DrMOS), and advanced VPDMs (control schemes, phase scaling, telemetry, protection).
• Drive innovation in high‑density, low‑voltage power solutions for next‑gen CPUs/GPUs/AI accelerators.
• Ensure cross‑functional alignment with IC Design, Firmware, Marketing, and Operations; lead system trade‑offs (integration, efficiency vs. density, thermal) to meet performance, cost, and scalability goals.
• Partner with Systems Application Engineering to deliver robust validation across transient, thermal, and EMI/EMC metrics.
• Engage the industry (Hyperscalers, OEMs, platform architects) and provide technical advocacy and deep‑dive reviews to position our products as the ecosystem’s gold standard.

Your Profile

• Education: BS/MS in Electrical Engineering (or a related technical field).
• Experience: 10+ years in power electronics with 2+ years in technical management/leadership.
• Technical Depth: Expertise in power conversion topologies, multiphase buck converters, and digital control loops; skilled in systems‑level architecture and trade‑off analysis.
• Influence & Communication: Proven ability to sell technical concepts through data‑driven analysis and simulation; strong technical credibility in customer‑facing settings.
• Advanced Power & Packaging (Preferred): Experience with Vertical Power Delivery (VPD) and advanced packaging (e.g., embedded/co‑packaged power).
• Ecosystem & Firmware (Preferred): Familiarity with AI/Server power delivery and firmware interfaces such as PMBus and AVSBus.
• Global & Cross‑Functional (Preferred): Experience with international teams and Tier‑1 global customers; excels in cross‑functional influence and execution with a global, inclusive mindset.

Benefits and Compensation

Eligible for an incentive plan. Salary ranges per location are:

• San Jose, CA – $247,840 to $340,780 base salary per year.
• Austin, TX & El Segundo, CA – $233,440 to $320,980 base salary per year.
• Raleigh, NC; Andover, MA; Warwick, RI – $213,680 to $293,810 base salary per year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Infineon Technologies Americas Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.