Software Product Manager - San Jose, California, United States

Originally posted 19 August 2026 by the employer.

Define the embedded narrative for Altera's Hard Processing Systems (HPS) and Nios V RISC-V soft IP processors.

About the role

This role defines and drives Altera's outward-facing embedded narrative and vision, translating FPGA embedded capabilities into customer value across the embedded software stack, processor and peripherals, and RTOS/OS ecosystem. This position focuses on shaping the market conversation around Arm and RISC-V based embedded capabilities.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain Altera’s outward-facing embedded processing narrative and positioning across the embedded software stack, processor and peripherals, and RTOS/OS ecosystem.
• Lead messaging for core innovations, including Hard Processing Systems (HPS) and Nios V RISC-V soft IP processors.
• Build the inward and outward narrative that connects embedded features to business outcomes and maps customer needs to Altera solutions.
• Develop high-quality, customer-facing assets including solution briefs, whitepapers, blogs, and website product pages.
• Equip sales teams with embedded-focused pitch decks, competitive positioning, and use-case messaging.
• Analyze competitive embedded positioning to develop differentiated messaging highlighting SoC-based capabilities.

What you'll need

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience developing embedded software (Linux or bare metal).
• 3+ years of experience in product marketing, technical marketing, or related role.
• 1+ years of experience in developing embedded processing and peripheral system architectures.
• Experience in semiconductors, embedded systems, or infrastructure technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to create external-facing technical content and messaging.
• Strong understanding of embedded fundamentals, including C / C++ proficiency, Embedded Linux, debugging and validation, and development tools/workflows.

Skills: embedded software, FPGA, Arm, RISC-V, product marketing, HPS