Technical Program Manager, Architecture

Tenstorrent•Santa Clara, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists has built advanced compute architectures from the ground up and shares a passion for AI with a deep desire to build the best platforms possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. The Technical Program Manager will drive the end-to-end execution of next-generation SoCs, from early architecture through RTL, verification, DFT, physical design, tape-out, and post-silicon validation. This role requires strong technical depth in silicon development alongside program management expertise to ensure successful delivery of complex, cross-functional projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
10+ years of semiconductor experience (CPU, Physical Design, RTL, Design Verification, or Program Management).
Strong understanding of chip architecture, design flows, and system-level tradeoffs.
Familiarity with industry standards across compute and SoC (e.g., ARM, RISC-V, AI accelerators, interconnect protocols).
Experience leading large, cross-functional engineering teams and managing dependencies.
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) and structured reporting.
Comfortable operating at the intersection of technology, execution, and business.
Skilled at breaking down complexity into clear goals and deliverables.
A strong communicator who ensures alignment across technical and non-technical teams.
Proactive, adaptable, and capable of thriving in ambiguity.
Driven by impact and motivated to shape the future of silicon and AI platforms.
Eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology.

Responsibilities

Drive the end-to-end execution of next-generation SoCs, from early architecture through RTL, verification, DFT, physical design, tape-out, and post-silicon validation.
Ensure successful delivery of complex, cross-functional projects.
Manage dependencies across large, cross-functional engineering teams.
Coordinate hardware, software, and system teams on high-stakes projects.
Manage execution across multiple global teams in a fast-moving environment.