Manager, Technical Program Management

Job Title

Manager, Technical Program Management

Role Summary

Manage and mentor Project Managers responsible for Process Design Kit (PDK) and Testchip/Testsite delivery. Coordinate cross-functional teams across Design Enablement, Technology Development, Field Application Engineering and customer stakeholders to drive timely delivery of design enablement products.

Experience Level

Level: Senior. Role requires multi-year technical and management experience; see Requirements for detailed years-of-experience expectations.

Responsibilities

Accountable for planning, monitoring and delivering PDK and testchip-related programs through cross-functional coordination and team leadership.

• Plan, coordinate and lead cross-functional project/program teams from design through product delivery.
• Manage and mentor PDK and Testchip Project Managers; allocate resources and oversee team performance.
• Monitor schedules and budgets; recommend schedule, cost or resource changes as needed.
• Investigate issues during design and planning; develop corrective solutions and mitigation plans.
• Provide accurate, timely status reports to functional leaders and stakeholders.
• Conduct feasibility studies, manage field trials, identify gaps, and define product/program requirements.
• Engage with customers and internal teams to align on market needs and technical requirements.
• Ensure work complies with Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience required for successful performance in this role. Preferred items are listed as nice-to-have.

• Must-have: Minimum 4 years' experience in the semiconductor industry working on PDK development.
• Minimum 3 years' project management experience managing technical projects.
• Minimum 2 years' experience managing a team of at least 5 members.
• Proficient with databases, spreadsheets and Microsoft Project (or equivalent project planning tools).
• Experience in resource management, program sizing and tracking.
• Travel: <10%.
• Fluent in English, written and verbal.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with semiconductor process details and knowledge of semiconductor market segments; demonstrated ability to work across global development sites and with customers.

Education Requirements

Required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Preferred: Master's degree in Engineering. (Degree field described broadly as engineering; no specific specializations or certifications were listed.)

About the Company

Company: GlobalFoundries

Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA

GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.