Sr. Manager, Technical Marketing & Applications Engineering

Power the World Open · verified Sep 20, 2026

San Jose Full-time Senior General Marketing

Senior General Marketing role at Power the World. San Jose · full-time · $180,000–$235,000 base.

SalaryStated by Power the World

$180,000 – $235,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

This role, from Power the WorldOur estimate for the market: $171,375–$225,750

In line with the market median of $205,000 for senior general marketing roles in San Jose.

Worked out from 12 postings that stated pay, median $205,000. Last updated Sep 19, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

You'll direct application, IC design, packaging, and field teams as they build products for solar, PSU, and automotive use
You'll shape product plans with sales and marketing engineers, then guide their execution
You'll work with customers on system designs and train key clients and field engineers
You'll evaluate competing products to inform new product definitions
You'll produce datasheets, application notes, and design notes

What you bring

You have an MSEE or higher plus more than ten years working hands-on with high-power and high-voltage DC/DC products
You understand SiC or isolated hardware implementation
You can work with schematic capture and PCB layout tools
You communicate clearly and write and present effectively

Who this fits

This role suits a senior technical professional who combines product definition, applications engineering, customer support, and team leadership across solar, PSU, and automotive markets. The position is based in San Jose, California, and includes oversight of design and applications engineering teams.

From the employer

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world ---come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.

Job Description:

MPS is looking for an experienced, driven and winning-attitude professional to lead the definition and development of High Power/High Voltage products for Solar, PSU, and Automotive markets as a Senior Manager. The successful candidate will oversee design & applications engineering teams and collaborate with sales & marketing engineers in developing product development strategies and execution.

Essential Functions:

Lead AEs, IC designers, packaging, and field team to create innovative products.
Work closely with customers on system designs using existing or newly developed products.
Provide application support, training for key clients and field engineers.
Perform competitive analysis to develop new product definitions.
Write datasheets, application notes, design notes, etc.

Qualifications:

MSEE degree or above.
10 + years of hands-on experience with High Power and High Voltage DC/DC products.
Familiarity with SiC and/or Isolated hardware implementation.
Familiarity with schematic capture and PCB layout tools.
Prior experience in high power qualification, testing and debugging is preferred.
Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation packages.
An inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and you can flourish in a diverse culture.
Various opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits:

San Jose, CA

MPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) with a company match, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), up to 11 company paid holidays, and 15- 20 days of paid time off depending on your tenure, generous discretionary company bonuses, and life and disability protection. Employees in sales positions may be eligible for our sales incentive bonuses. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. For more information on MPS’ benefits please view our company website at www.monolithicpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The base salary range for this position in California is $180,000- $235,000.

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.