Forward Deployed Product Manager @ Cerebras Systems
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About Cerebras Systems
Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. Our novel wafer-scale architecture delivers industry-leading training and inference speeds and simplifies ML applications by replacing hundreds of GPUs or TPUs with a single chip. Our customer portfolio spans global corporations, national labs, and top-tier healthcare systems, including a multi-year partnership with Mayo Clinic.
Why Cerebras?
At Cerebras, we have built the world’s first wafer-scale compute platform and software stack to accelerate generative AI by 10-20x compared to legacy processors. Our breakthrough AI technology powers instant code generation, rapid design creation, and responsive agents. We integrate custom silicon, compilers, and model research to empower customers across healthcare, energy, science, and more.
About The Role - Forward Deployed Product Manager
As a Forward Deployed Product Manager, you will be the tip of the spear by embedding with our strategic customers. You will act as a product leader, technical expert, and GTM strategist. Your responsibilities include:
- Owning customer outcomes from whiteboard sessions to scaled deployments.
- Designing PoCs to showcase Cerebras’ speed and advising on AI strategies.
- Navigating complexities by aligning internal and customer stakeholders.
- Shaping the product roadmap with customer insights and feedback.
- Driving cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Engineering, and Product teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead critical lighthouse accounts pushing GenAI limits.
- Engage directly with AI natives and large enterprises.
- Co-architect tailored solutions with Solutions Architects and Engineering teams.
- Advise on long-term customer AI strategies.
- Drive customer adoption, retention, and expansion.
- Influence product roadmap based on detailed customer insights.
Skills & Qualifications
Required qualifications include a strong technical background (CS/EE or prior SWE experience), 5+ years as a product manager (Senior PM level or above), and excellent communication skills in high-stakes environments. Preferred qualifications include experience with LLM serving stacks, agent frameworks, and an MBA or equivalent experience.
Location & Work Arrangement
This role is primarily hybrid at our Sunnyvale, CA or Toronto ON locations, with remote possibilities for candidates willing to travel 1-2 times per quarter.
Why Join Cerebras?
Work on breakthrough AI platforms, publish cutting-edge research, build one of the fastest AI supercomputers, and enjoy job stability with startup vitality in a non-corporate, creative work culture.
Key skills/competency
- Product Management
- AI
- Customer Success
- Strategy
- Technical Expertise
- Collaboration
- Innovation
- GTM
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
How to Get Hired at Cerebras Systems
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Cerebras Systems: Understand their AI chip innovations and culture.
- Customize your resume: Highlight product management and AI experience.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Review LLMs and system architectures.
- Practice scenario-based questions: Emphasize customer success and strategy.