Product Director, Axelera AI
AI hardware & software for edge computing
Job no longer available
AI hardware & software for edge computing
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
201-500 employees
Company mission
To spread artificial intelligence for a green, fair, trusted and safe world enabling new applications of AI in diverse sectors like smart cities, retail and other markets.
Role
Who you are
- Experience: Proven track record in top-tier strategy consulting, preferably with a focus on product strategy or development
- Product Management: Hands-on experience in product development, with a strong understanding of the product lifecycle
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve ambitious goals
- Strategic Thinking: Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Drive and Energy: High drive and energy to navigate a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Inclusivity: A commitment to inclusive leadership and fostering a diverse and collaborative team culture
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What the job involves
- As leader of our product team, you'll orchestrate a product vision that aligns with business objectives and market dynamics, while nurturing a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and diversity of thought
- Your leadership will be instrumental in propelling our products to new heights, driving growth, and solidifying our position as trailblazers in the AI semiconductor industry
- Your responsibilities will include the definition of hardware and software product requirements
- Market and Customer Insight Gathering:
- Identify customer and market needs, focusing on usability, pricing, and performance for AI processing units, acceleration cards, AI systems, and software stacks
- Gather and share internally partner and customer feedback to all relevant stakeholders
- Market Needs Analysis and Communication:
- Analyse market demands and effectively communicate these needs to the R&D, engineering, and software development teams
- Conduct benchmarking of Axelera AI technology and product specifications against competitors
- Product Value Proposition and Strategy:
- Develop and articulate Axelera's unique product value proposition
- Formulate and execute product marketing strategies, including pricing and market penetration tactics
- Product Representation and Documentation:
- Design and deliver product presentations at internal and external events, to customers, and investors
- Collaborate with marketing and R&D teams to produce comprehensive product documentation
- Product Development Support:
- Assist in creating a product kit for rapid adoption, engaging key stakeholders
- Contribute to the definition and implementation of the product and technology roadmap
- Competitive Analysis and Market Research:
- Perform in-depth analysis of competitors, including company size, funding, technology, products, valuation, and revenue
- Stay informed about current and future Total Addressable Market (TAM) and Serviceable Available Market (SAM) trends
- Innovation and Strategy Development:
- Identify emerging trends and formulate strategies to capitalize on new product opportunities
- Collaborate closely with R&D to ensure product feasibility and feature integration
- Partnership Development:
- Seek and evaluate potential hardware and software strategic partners and customers
- Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with the Marketing Director and CEO to develop marketing communication plans and materials
- Actively participate in identifying new market segments and strategies for engagement
Our take
Axelera AI is a provider of AI-native solutions designed specifically for edge computing. The company's Metis AI platform offers a combination of advanced hardware and software, allowing computer vision applications to reach new heights of accessibility, power and user-friendliness.
What sets Axelera AI apart is its advanced in-memory computing and RISC-V-controlled dataflow technology, enabling the development of first-generation AI acceleration platforms that deliver exceptional performance while significantly reducing cost and power consumption.
With continued funding, including backing from Samsung and the European Union, Axelera AI is poised to continue expansion and development. In addition, the company's strategic partnerships and ever-increasing market traction suggest the potential for significant growth.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
Feb 2026
$250m
SERIES C
Mar 2025
$68m
GRANT
Total funding: $450.9m
Company benefits
- Remote/flexible work
- Premium insurance
- Commute benefit
- Teambuilding activities
- Premium Pension
- Work-life balance
- Cutting-edge equipment
- Fresh fruit at the office
- Modern equipped facilities
Company HQ
Beemden, Eindhoven, Netherlands
Leadership
Fabrizio Del Maffeo
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously founded Bitfury and UP! Bridge The Gap, where they served as Managing Director. They also served as the VP and Managing Director at AAEON Technology Europe.
Evangelos Eleftheriou
(Co-Founder & CTO)Graduated from Carleton University with a PhD in Electrical Engineering. Previously worked at IBM in multiple roles, including Cloud and Computing Infrastructure Department Head and Manager and Leader of Neuromorphic Computing Activities.
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