Technical Marketing Director - 2203

ZipRecruiter; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 297,000; Full time

Job summary

KIOXIA America, a leader in flash memory, is seeking a Director of Technical Marketing in San Jose, California. This pivotal role involves leading a team to define product requirements for next-generation SSDs, providing technical marketing support, and engaging with customers and internal teams to drive technology awareness. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the computing or semiconductor industries, a strong understanding of storage technologies, and exceptional communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible work-life balance with PTO and holidays

Comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k)

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Qualifications

• 12+ years in Engineering, Product Management, or Strategic Marketing.
• Expertise in PCIe, NVMe, SAS, NAND Flash, and SSD Security.
• Strong understanding of enterprise computing and storage.

Responsibilities

• Manage Technical Marketing team and define product requirements.
• Analyze customer requirements, lead technical discussions, and competitive analysis.
• Develop collaborations with engineering teams for advanced SSD architectures.

Skills

SSD and storage technologies

Excellent communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

No Relocation Assistance Provided.

KIOXIA America, Inc. is the U.S.-based subsidiary of KIOXIA Corporation, a leading worldwide supplier of flash memory and solid state drives (SSDs). From the invention of flash memory to today’s breakthrough BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory technology, KIOXIA continues to pioneer innovative memory, SSD, and software solutions that enrich people's lives and expand society's horizons. The company's innovative BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory technology is shaping the future of storage in high-density applications, including advanced smartphones, PCs, SSDs, automotive, and data centers.

Job Description

The Director of Technical Marketing will work closely with Product Line Managers, Engineering, and customers to shape the definition of KIOXIA’s next-generation Solid State Drives (SSDs) for target markets, including client, data center, and enterprise storage. The role involves promoting the technology and benefits of KIOXIA SSDs to drive customer awareness and adoption. The Director will provide and oversee technical marketing support to customers, ecosystem partners, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

1. Manage a team of Technical Marketing Managers and Engineers to define product requirements for KIOXIA’s SSDs.
2. Analyze customer requirements and industry standards, lead technical discussions, perform competitive analysis, and research emerging technologies.
3. Assess the maturity, feasibility, and benefits of emerging SSD and storage-related technologies.
4. Develop deep understanding of customer systems and collaborate with engineering teams to develop advanced SSD architectures that improve performance, power efficiency, reliability, endurance, and cost.
5. Support planning and execution of Quarterly Technology Reviews (QTRs) with customers to discuss new technologies and align roadmaps.
6. Provide technical expertise to resolve SSD-related issues with support and engineering teams.
7. Present at industry conferences to promote KIOXIA SSDs and technological initiatives.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar; Master’s preferred.
2. 12+ years in Engineering, Product Management, or Strategic Marketing in the computing, storage, or semiconductor industry.
3. Expertise in SSD and storage technologies including PCIe, NVMe, SAS, NAND Flash, and SSD Security.
4. Strong understanding of enterprise computing and storage hardware and software.
5. Excellent communication skills.
6. Ability to work independently and with international teams.
7. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

Req#2203; #LI-CB1

The expected salary range is $177,604.00 - $296,006.00.

Our Values

• Investment in your growth and development.
• Open-minded management that values employee input.
• Flexible work-life balance with PTO, holidays, and flexible options.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, 401(k), pet insurance.

KIOXIA America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on any protected characteristic under law.