Senior Staff Engineer Product Definition

We're looking for a highly motivated Product Definition Engineer / Technical Product Owner to drive the development of next-generation Medium Voltage GaN (iGaN) products from concept to production.In this role, you'll work at the intersection of technology, product strategy, and customer engagement, leading cross-functional teams to define innovative solutions for AI server power, data centers, renewable energy, and industrial power systems.If you have experience in GaN, SiC, or Power Semiconductor technologies, product definition, and technical leadership, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of efficient power conversion. Your role Key responsibilities in your new role • Act as the primary technical owner for assigned Medium Voltage GaN(iGaN) products throughout the product lifecycle. • Define and maintain product requirements, specifications, target performance, reliability objectives, and qualification strategy. Product Definition & Requirements Management • Translate customer, market, and system-level requirements into detailed product specifications. • Develop product requirement documents (PRQ), feature definitions, datasheet specifications, and product positioning. • Evaluate application trends and competitive solutions to identify product differentiation opportunities. • Define key electrical, thermal, package, reliability, and protection requirements. Cross-Functional Technical Leadership • Work with cross-functional product teams consisting of R&D, technology development, package development, quality, applications, marketing, and operations organizations. • Drive execution of development milestones from concept definition through qualification and production release. • Resolve technical challenges and lead root-cause investigations impacting product performance or schedule. • Ensure alignment among stakeholders and drive timely decision-making. Product Development & Validation • Define characterization and validation plans to verify product performance against specifications. • Review silicon results, reliability data, and qualification outcomes to ensure readiness for product release. • Support failure analysis activities and corrective action implementation. • Drive continuous improvement of product performance, quality, and manufacturability. Customer & Market Engagement • Interface directly with strategic customers to understand application requirements and technical challenges. • Support customer design activities through product positioning, technical reviews, and issue resolution. • Participate in roadmap discussions, customer workshops, and key technical engagements. • Work closely with marketing and applications teams to identify future product opportunities. Your profile Qualifications and skills to help you succeed • Bachelors, master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Semiconductor Physics, or related field • 5+ years of semiconductor industry experience with significant exposure to power semiconductor products. Strong understanding of GaN,SiC, and/or silicon power device technologies. • At least 3 years of experience as product definition engineer • Solid understanding of semiconductor development flows, qualification processes, reliability, and manufacturing. • Understanding of power conversion topologies, industrial powers systems, renewable energy systems, AI server power, and data center power architectures. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Medium Voltage GaN technologies and applications • Experience leading complex, multi-site development programs #WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization. As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener. Are you in? We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone. We strive to create the best Infineon for everyone by embracing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity. Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Please let your recruiter know if you need any accommodations during the interview process. Learn more about our various contact channels and about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon. Vidhi Thakkar