Technical Marketing Manager

Why this mattersAI is sparking a generational shift in semiconductor design, and clear, technical storytelling is at the heart of this evolution. At Cognichip, you won’t just manage campaigns; you’ll bridge the gap between our cutting-edge AI technology and the world-class engineers and scientists who need it to accelerate silicon innovations. This is a generational opportunity to define the narrative for products that sit at the intersection of deep tech and real-world impact for one of the world’s most impactful industries. Who you areYou are a seasoned professional at the intersection of AI, semiconductors, and technical communication. You are a dynamic, self-motivated leader who can translate complex engineering concepts into compelling value propositions. You're passionate about AI and its potential to drive innovation. You are a collaborative leader who thrives in cross-functional teams and unstructured environments. Communication comes naturally to you and engaging a technical audience is effortless. What you'll do

• Drive Strategic Messaging: Lead the definition and execution of technical marketing initiatives aligned with the company's vision. Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify key differentiators and inform high-level positioning for our AI products.
• Create & Deliver Technical Content: Drive the creation of deep-dive technical assets, including white papers, blog posts, webinars, and demos. Translate complex AI features into clear narratives that demonstrate technical superiority and solve specific customer pain points in the semiconductor space.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Work closely with product management, engineering, applied science, and sales teams to ensure messaging alignment. Act as a key point of contact and subject matter expert, influencing cross-functional teams to achieve go-to-market success.
• Establish & Analyze Marketing Metrics: Define and rigorously track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the reach and impact of technical marketing campaigns. Conduct data analysis to identify areas for improvement and communicate performance insights to the CPO and other stakeholders.
• Champion Technical Evangelism: Stay at the forefront of AI/ML advancements, proactively identifying opportunities to showcase Cognichip’s technical leadership. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and within technical communities to build brand authority.

What You Bring

• Masters in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
• 8+ years of experience in Technical Marketing, Product Marketing, or Applications Engineering within the semiconductor or EDA space
• Strong Technical Acumen: A solid understanding of fundamental AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and the data science lifecycle. You must be able to "speak engineer" and understand the nuances of silicon design workflows.
• Proficiency in creating high-quality technical content and using data to measure the effectiveness of marketing funnels and engagement.
• Proven track record in go-to-market for cloud-based software or complex hardware-software systems.
• Deep understanding of the semiconductor ecosystem, development methodologies, and design workflows.
• A passion for storytelling and communication; ability to distill complex technical ideas into clear narratives for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Bonus PointsThe following items are not required but are great bonuses:

• Prior experience in physics-informed neural networks, scientific simulations, or logic-based learning.
• Hands-on experience with silicon IP products and ecosystems.
• Experience building and engaging online technical communities or managing developer relations programs.

What it's like hereWe’re a rapidly growing, VC-backed startup where “raw talent and collaborative spirit over ego” isn’t just a motto—it’s how we work every day. You’ll be surrounded by teammates who have built companies from zero to IPO, led teams at Google and Amazon, and earned medals in international science Olympiads. We value relentless curiosity, humble problem-solving, and a bias toward action. Logistics

• Redwood Shores, CA (U.S.)
• Schedule: four days in our gorgeous office, one day remote

Cognichip accepts applications that require H1B transfer. How to applyDon’t meet every single requirement? Feel over-qualified? That’s okay—if you're excited about our mission, we’d still love to hear from you. We are growing fast and need a world class team of various experience levels.