Global Supply Manager, Interconnects

About the Company

Etched is building hardware for frontier intelligence. We co-design chips, racks, software, and manufacturing to deliver best-in-class throughput and latency across both prefill and decode workloads. Our first products are heavily focused on inference.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for high-speed interconnects, including copper and optical cables, connectors, backplane systems, and high-bandwidth data links
• Build and manage relationships with interconnect, cable assembly, and connector suppliers across regions
• Negotiate pricing, capacity, tooling, and long-term supply agreements for critical interconnect components and assemblies
• Partner closely with Electrical and Systems Engineering on connector selection, cable design, and signal integrity considerations
• Drive cost modeling, benchmarking, and should-cost analysis for interconnect components and assemblies
• Ensure suppliers meet stringent performance requirements including bandwidth, insertion loss, and crosstalk
• Identify and mitigate supply risks related to long lead times and single sourcing
• Align sourcing strategies with NPI builds, system validation cycles, and high-volume production ramps
• Support EVT/DVT/PVT builds and production readiness
• Present sourcing strategies and supply risks to executive leadership

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in sourcing or commodity management for interconnects, connectors, or high-speed data infrastructure
• Strong understanding of high-speed interconnect technologies (copper/optical cabling, connectors, signal integrity)
• Experience working with Electrical Engineering teams on component selection and qualification
• Proven track record managing complex supplier relationships and negotiating high-value agreements
• Strong analytical skills in cost modeling and should-cost analysis
• Experience supporting NPI builds and scaling supply for high-volume production
• Familiarity with global interconnect supply chains and manufacturers in Asia
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
• Experience with datacenter interconnects, high-speed networking cables, and optical modules
• Familiarity with standards such as PCIe, Ethernet, and InfiniBand
• Understanding of signal integrity, impedance control, and high-frequency design constraints
• Experience sourcing custom cable assemblies or high-density interconnect systems
• Background in optical interconnect technologies, including transceivers and fiber systems
• Experience in a high-growth hardware startup environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
• $500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
• Housing subsidy of $2k per month for those living within walking distance of the office
• Relocation support for those moving to San Jose
• Various wellness be