Altera - Engineering Chief of Staff

$174,090 - $261,135/Yr

Intel - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Jose, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Engineering Chief of Staff at Altera is a pivotal role responsible for supporting a member of the executive team, specifically the Head of Engineering. This position involves managing high-level activities, driving organizational projects, and fostering relationships within the Engineering organization and with external stakeholders. The role is designed for high-performing professionals seeking accelerated business and leadership learning, with a targeted assignment length of 24 months, subject to business needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all staff activities and meetings, creating collaterals for internal and external purposes.
• Drive organizational special projects and manage Engineering stakeholder relationships.
• Work with the broader organization to set priorities and understand gaps.
• Develop strong lateral connections with business groups.
• Create and define business processes within the Engineering organization or specific functions.
• Integrate standard operations functions like HR, Finance, and Staffing.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience in semiconductor/software industries.
• MBA preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of FPGA products and technologies, and Altera's business strategies preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated strong networking abilities and leadership capabilities.
• Resourceful and trustworthy with sensitive information.
• Strong business acumen and organizational savvy to achieve results across multiple groups.
• Skills to coach senior leaders and staff for Altera's best interests and strategic objectives.
• Ability to understand and interpret industry trends and drive strategies.
• Independent work style with the ability to manage diverse assignments in a complex environment.
• Strong self-initiative and persistence with skills to deal with ambiguity.
• Detail-oriented with skills to analyze and interpret data for financial results.
• Effective communication skills with executives both internal and external.
• Strong program management background with a proven track record of delivering high-impact programs.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the FPGA industry.
• Familiarity with Altera's strategic objectives and customer landscape.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Stock options
• Bonuses
• Health benefits
• Retirement plans
• Vacation time