Etched
Global Supply Manager, Interconnects
San Jose · Staff+
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 81 days ago
NLPSupply ChainSystems EngineeringElectrical EngineeringResearchLeadership
About the role
- This is a strategic and deeply cross-functional role working closely with Electrical Engineering, Systems, and Manufacturing to ensure scalable, high-performance interconnect solutions across rapidly growing deployments.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for high-speed interconnects, including copper and optical cables, connectors, backplane systems, and high-bandwidth data links
- Build and manage relationships with interconnect, cable assembly, and connector suppliers across regions to ensure performance, quality, and scalability
- Partner closely with Electrical and Systems Engineering on connector selection, cable design, signal integrity considerations, and supplier qualification
- Drive cost modeling, benchmarking, and should-cost analysis for interconnect components and assemblies across system architectures
- Identify and mitigate supply risks related to long lead times, custom designs, single sourcing, and regional concentration
- Align sourcing strategies with NPI builds, system validation cycles, and high-volume production ramps
- Support EVT/DVT/PVT builds and production readiness in coordination with manufacturing and program management
- Experience supporting NPI builds and scaling supply for high-volume production
- Understanding of signal integrity, impedance control, and high-frequency design constraints
- Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in sourcing or commodity management for interconnects, connectors, or high-speed data infrastructure
- Strong understanding of high-speed interconnect technologies, including copper and optical cabling, connectors, and signal integrity considerations
- Experience working with Electrical Engineering teams on component selection, qualification, and performance tradeoffs
- Proven track record managing complex supplier relationships and negotiating high-value supply agreements
- Familiarity with global interconnect supply chains, including cable assemblies and connector manufacturers
- Ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with high ownership
- Experience managing suppliers across Asia
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
- $500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
- Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more
Company info
- We are the first inference-focused frontier AI system, betting early on transformer and transformer-like architectures and on increasing model sizes.
- We are a fully in-person team in San Jose and Taipei, and greatly value engineering skills.
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