Senior Product Manager - Software
Efficient Computer
Efficient is developing the world’s most energy-efficient general-purpose computer processor. Efficient’s patented technology uses 100x less energy than state of the art commercially available ultra-low-power processors and is programmable using standard high-level programming languages and AI/ML frameworks. This level of efficiency makes perpetual, pervasive intelligence possible: run AI/ML continuously on a AA battery for 5-10 years. Our platform’s unprecedented level of efficiency enables IoT devices to intelligently capture and curate first-party data to drive the next major computing revolution
Efficient Computer is seeking a Senior Software Product Manager to own the end-to-end roadmap, strategy, and requirements development for our cross-functional software platform. In this role, you will shape the future of software across our embedded and high-performance computing product lines, delivering a cohesive developer experience.
This is a unique individual contributor role in which you’ll oversee requirements development across compilers, frameworks, applications, and developer tools — touching everything from web APIs to external hardware SDKs. If you're energized by defining the software platform strategy for a novel compute architecture, navigating ambiguity, and collaborating extensively across teams, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Software Platform Ownership
- Define and drive the roadmap for Efficient’s software platform across compilers, software libraries, AI frameworks, and developer tools.
- Build the vision for engaging developer experiences across our embedded and high-performance product lines.
- Identify, prioritize, and oversee integration of critical software features aligned with customer needs.
- Cross-Functional Program Leadership
- Lead initiatives that span full-stack product management and customer support — coordinating tightly with engineering, product, and solutions teams to delight our customers.
- Define and improve internal and external processes for software delivery, testing, and documentation.
- Customer & Field Engagement
- Serve as a subject matter expert in customer engagements, articulating the technical details of Efficient’s software platform.
- Translate technical feedback from customers and solutions teams into actionable product requirements.
- Growth & Strategy
- Contribute to Efficient’s overall software and go-to-market research, working on market analyses that feed into technical strategy.
- Own long-term scaling initiatives, including developer ecosystem expansion, field enablement, and support for new business models.
- Champion customer-centric thinking and help drive platform adoption across a range of verticals.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in software product management or technical leadership roles, ideally in support of hardware products.
- Experience owning or contributing significantly to a developer platform from inception to scale.
- Deep understanding of compilers, runtime environments, and developer tools.
- Ability to manage and prioritize cross-functional projects in a fast-moving and ambiguous environment.
- Excellent technical communication and stakeholder management skills.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with software platforms for compute hardware (e.g., GPUs, ASICs, FPGAs, AI accelerators).
- Familiarity with developer ecosystems like CUDA, OpenCL, ROCm, or similar.
- Experience creating software distribution pipelines, release processes, and technical documentation.
- Prior involvement in customer-facing roles, including field engineering or technical sales support.
Why Join Efficient?
At Efficient, we do not care about hierarchy—your impact is what matters. If you produce prodigious, high-quality work, you will be recognized and rewarded accordingly. We are a high-trust, high-output team where ownership and autonomy are paramount. If you are looking for a career-defining opportunity to shape the future of high-performance computing, let’s talk.
Efficient offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including 401K match, company-paid benefits, equity program, paid parental leave, and flexibility. We are committed to personal and professional development and strive to grow together as people and as a company.
