AI Storage Technology Strategist

Join a multibillion-dollar global company that brings together amazing technology, people, and operational scale to become a powerhouse in the memory industry. Headquartered in Rancho Cordova, California, Solidigm combines elements of an established, successful technology company with the spirit, agility, and entrepreneurial mindset of a start-up. In addition to the U.S. headquarters and other facilities in the U.S., the company has international presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Solidigm will continue to lead the world in innovating new Memory technologies with aspirations to be the #1 NAND memory company in the world. At Solidigm, we view problems as opportunities to define innovative solutions that hold the power to change the world and unleash the potential technological needs that the future holds. At Solidigm, we are One Team that fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that embraces individual uniqueness and empowers us to bring our best selves to deliver excellence in support of Solidigm's vision and mission to be the go-to partner for optimized data storage solutions. You can be part of the takeoff of an innovative business that develops cutting-edge products, delivers strong business value for customers, provides an engaging workplace for its employees, and serves a greater impact on the world. This is a golden opportunity for the right applicant to join us and help design, build, and lead Solidigm. We want a diverse team of dedicated professionals who will not just be Solidigm team members but contribute to how we shape the future of the organization. We are seeking applicants who will grow and thrive in our culture; be customer inspired, trusting, innovative, team-oriented, inclusive, results driven, collaborative, passionate, and flexible.

The Solidigm AI Central team, within Solidigm’s SPM (Strategic Planning and Marketing) Group, strives to pioneer strategic partnerships, establish Solidigm as a thought leader and drive impactful strategic and marketing initiatives, fostering a cohesive AI ecosystem for Solidigm. Here is the opportunity to align your passions, skills, and career growth plans to join Solidigm’s AI central team. In support of accelerating business growth, Solidigm AI Central is looking for an AI Technologist/AI Storage Technology Strategist. This role demands a seasoned professional with strong technical expertise in server platforms and an adept ability to navigate the complex interplay between hardware and software in AI and HPC infrastructure, especially suitable for large language models (LLMs). This role is expressly defined to ensure our customers are enabled with the right hardware/software building blocks and the right guidance for efficiently setting up, configuring, and tuning these building. Solidigm is a storage solutions company and this role requires the candidate to be very proficient in all things storage and will build towards establishing us as the subject matter expert with all the partners we work with. This position demands a deep understanding of data center platform interdependencies and technology strategy with both HPC and AI knowledge desired. Furthermore, a key aspect of this role is ensuring that emerging software best practices for AI & HPC consistently inform and influence our engagement strategies, future product definitions, and any associated plans of record (POR) changes. This role is critical to enabling our rapid scaling and broad customer adoption both in enterprise and cloud. 

Key Responsibilities:

• AI Ecosystem Mapping: Create and maintain a comprehensive enterprise/Datacenter AI Ecosystem Partner Map across the AI data pipeline from Day 1.
• Technical Expertise: Leverage deep knowledge of NAND flash, SSD ASIC, PCIe, and NVMe interface protocols to guide hardware/software solutions.
• Software and System Integration: Collaborate with third-party partners to ensure optimal software compatibility and performance across the AI and HPC stack.
• Partner Engagement: Foster strong relationships with partners & customers, understanding their needs and aligning product development accordingly.
• Thought Leadership: Establish and maintain a voice in the AI community through publications, presentations, and engagement on platforms like LinkedIn.
• Global Team Guidance: Lead global teams in optimizing software for AI and HPC, ensuring best practices inform our strategic directions.
• Market Analysis: Stay updated on AI technology trends and market dynamics to inform product strategies and engagement tactics.

• 10+ years in technology domains such as software development, cloud computing, or infrastructure.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Communication Skills:
  • Ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including C-level stakeholders.
• Multi-Disciplinary Background:
  • Familiarity with firmware and ASIC design.
• Additional Assets:
  • Previous patent filings or scientific publications are advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of storage systems, protocols, and NAND flash technology.
• Technical Acumen:
  • Demonstrated expertise in the datacenter GPU AI and HPC software stack.
  • Previous experience leading AI projects in large enterprises.
  • Familiarity with the latest storage PCIe and NVMe specifications.
• Network and Influence:
  • Strong connections within the AI ecosystem and decision-makers across industries.
• Product Development Insight:
  • Proven ability to shape product direction based on technical insights and customer feedback.

For California, Colorado, New York, Washington, and remote roles: The compensation range for this role is $156,950 - $289,200. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Why Join Solidigm?

This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI in the datacenter and cloud environments, leveraging your expertise to establish Solidigm as a leader in the field. You will play a pivotal role in developing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers and partners. If you are passionate about AI technologies, have a strategic mindset, and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply and become part of our pioneering team at Solidigm.