Customer Program Manager - Custom Silicon/SoC

MIPS Holding Inc; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 143,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a senior program manager to own day-to-day execution of custom silicon programs, including MIPS-based MCUs and Sensor SoCs, for automotive Tier-1 customers. You will act as the primary interface between the customer and GlobalFoundries cross-functional teams to ensure predictable delivery and issue resolution across the silicon lifecycle.

This role is an individual contributor with full program ownership for one or more programs and does not include people management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in semiconductors, with exposure to SoC, MCU, or custom silicon programs.
• Experience working directly with customers and internal engineering teams across silicon development lifecycles.
• Strong execution mindset with ability to operate independently.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end execution of assigned customer-specific silicon programs from early engagement through SOP, volume ramp, and sustaining.
• Serve as the single point of contact for program execution with the customer, providing clear communication on status, risks, and commitments.
• Drive cross-functional coordination across IP, design, verification, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams.
• Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, milestones, and risk registers for complex custom products.
• Proactively identify, manage, and escape technical, schedule, cost, or supply risks.
• Support change management, including scope changes, milestones updates, and customer change requests.
• Ensure programs meet customer delivery, quality, and performance expectations.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional coordination

Customer engagement

Execution mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field

Job description

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role: Owns day‑to‑day execution of assigned custom silicon customer programs, including MIPS‑based MCUs and Sensor SoCs, for strategic customers (e.g., automotive Tier‑1s). Acts as the primary program execution interface between the customer and GlobalFoundries/MIPS cross‑functional teams, ensuring predictable delivery, issue resolution, and customer satisfaction across the full silicon lifecycle. This role is an individual contributor with full program ownership for one or more customer programs but no people‑management responsibility.

Essential Responsibilities

Own end‑to‑end execution of assigned customer‑specific silicon programs from early engagement through SOP, volume ramp, and sustaining. Serve as the single point of contact for program execution with the customer, providing clear communication on status, risks, and commitments. Drive cross‑functional coordination across IP, design, verification, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams. Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, milestones, and risk registers for complex custom products. Proactively identify, manage, and escape technical, schedule, cost, or supply risks. Support change management, including scope changes, milestones updates, and customer change requests. Ensure programs meet customer delivery, quality, and performance expectations.

Core Competencies

Hands‑on customer program execution (custom silicon / SoC) Strong cross‑functional coordination and issue resolution Automotive customer engagement and delivery discipline Structured program planning, tracking, and risk management Clear, concise customer and internal communication

Other Responsibilities

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 15+ years of experience in semiconductors, with exposure to SoC, MCU, or custom silicon programs. Experience working directly with customers and internal engineering teams across silicon development lifecycles. Strong execution mindset with ability to operate independently.

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard. As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities. All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

Expected Salary Range

$143,000.00 - $247,000.00 The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

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