Global Director, Field Applications Engineering (FAE)

Allegro MicroSystems, LLC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegro MicroSystems, LLC in the United States is seeking a Director of Worldwide Field Application Engineering to lead the global FAE organization, drive technical solutions, and accelerate customer design wins across regions. You will build and mentor a high-performing team, partner with Product Business Units, and ensure optimal resource deployment to support strategic accounts and revenue growth.

This leadership role requires 20-30% travel and a track record of executive-level influence to

Qualifications

• 15+ years in pre- and post-sales Field Applications Engineering.
• 7+ years leading large, global technical teams.
• Demonstrated semiconductor industry experience.
• Track record of identifying and closing design-win in automotive/industrial markets.
• Executive presence with ability to influence C-suite and align teams across regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global FAE organization and align with regional sales strategies.
• Drive design-win opportunities and maximize customer success.
• Develop regional leaders and scale technical expertise globally.
• Coordinate resource allocation and knowledge sharing across regions to accelerate deals.
• Lead technical training for sales teams, partners, and customers; ensure readiness on new products.

Skills

FAE leadership

Semiconductor domain

Cross-regional collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

MBA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

Job description

The Allegro team is united by a clear purpose—advancing technologies that make the world safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. With over 30 years of experience in semiconductor innovation, we bring that purpose to life across every part of the business—from breakthrough product development and customer success to how we show up for each other and the communities we serve.

The Opportunity

As Allegro's Director of Worldwide Field Application Engineering, you will be responsible for leading the company's global FAE organization to drive technical solutions, maximize customer design wins, and ensure technical expertise is scaled globally across all regions. You will be a strategic leader who ensures optimal customer assistance and accelerates socket identification to drive revenue growth.

What You Will Do

Strategic Leadership

• Create and implement an operating strategy for the global FAE organization to align with corporate goals, regional sales strategies, and customer success initiatives
• Establish a vision for technical excellence that differentiates Allegro in the automotive and industrial semiconductor markets
• Drive the "One Allegro" philosophy by ensuring technical resources are deployed efficiently across high-priority global accounts
• Build, train, and develop a high-performing, globally distributed team of FAEs, ensuring technical expertise and capability are scaled across all regions (North America, Europe, Japan, Korea)
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and mentorship to maintain a best-in-class technical support organization
• Build strong relationships with regional sales leadership and ensure FAE teams are integrated as strategic partners in regional account management and growth plans
• Identify and develop regional technical leaders capable of operating independently while aligned to global strategy; build bench strength for succession planning
• Coordinate technical resource allocation and expertise sharing across regions to support complex, multi-regional customer projects and accelerate deal closure
• Partner closely with each Product Business Unit leadership to ensure FAE strategy aligns with product roadmaps, go-to-market plans, and revenue forecasts
• Lead technical training initiatives for sales teams, channel partners, and customers; ensure readiness on new products, capabilities, and best practices
• Serve as a bridge between field-based technical experts and corporate technical strategy, ensuring field insights shape innovation and product development

What You Will Bring

Required Experience & Expertise

• 15+ years of progressive experience in pre- and post-sales Field Applications Engineering
• Minimum 7+ years of hands‑on leadership experience building, developing, and managing large, globally distributed technical teams
• Demonstrated semiconductor industry experience
• Proven track record of successfully managing technical teams across multiple regions and cultures with different business practices and customer requirements
• Track record of identifying, developing, and closing design‑win and design‑in opportunities in automotive, industrial, or similar high‑reliability markets
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders (C‑suite, Board) and drive alignment across different functional groups and regions
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation); ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences (engineers, business leaders, customers, analysts)
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills; ability to navigate complex, ambiguous situations and drive to resolution
• Data‑driven approach to decision‑making with experience in sales funnel analysis, technical performance reporting, and business intelligence

Personal Attributes

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment with a focus on execution and results
• Willingness and ability to travel globally to support regional operations (20‑30% travel, including quarterly visits to Europe, Japan, and Korea)
• Proactive mindset with demonstrated ability to anticipate customer needs and market changes
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple regions and functions

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical field; advanced degree (Master's or MBA) preferred
• Previous experience at a semiconductor company with automotive/industrial focus
• Executive presence and track record of influence at C‑suite level
• Experience with SAP, Salesforce, or other enterprise systems

Why Allegro?

Join Allegro and become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. We foster a culture of Real Innovation, empowering you to push boundaries, develop cutting‑edge solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Your work will create a Real Impact by solving complex real‑world challenges that fuel our success and shape the future of technology. You’ll experience Real Connection, collaborating with talented colleagues around the globe in an environment built on trust, respect, and a shared purpose. Join us—and help build what’s next.

At Allegro, we are committed to providing a harassment‑free environment of mutual respect to fuel innovation through inclusive thought collaboration.

Allegro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, parental status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Allegro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Eligible applicants must reside in a state where Allegro currently has an office location: This includes New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Texas, and Michigan. Certain positions (such as field sales roles) may be exempt from this requirement.

Allegro MicroSystems (NASDAQ: ALGM) is a global leader in sensing and power semiconductor solutions, committed to driving e‑mobility, clean energy, automation, and robotics forward. Through Real Innovation, we’re developing intelligent technologies that move the world toward a safer, more sustainable, and autonomous future. Our acquisition of Crocus Technology further strengthens our leadership in magnetic sensing, bringing cutting‑edge TMR technology to our world‑class portfolio.

At Allegro, your work creates Real Impact. Our advanced magnetic position and current sensors, power management ICs, brushless motor drivers, and LED lighting drivers are at the heart of critical systems worldwide. From extending the range of electric vehicles and enabling smarter factories to powering efficient data centers and enhancing autonomous driving, our solutions touch lives every day. If you’re driving a car, using cloud services, or receiving a package, you’re interacting with Allegro’s technology in action.

We believe in Real Connection. With a diverse team of over 4,400 employees across 17 countries and headquartered in Manchester, NH (USA), Allegro fosters a truly global and collaborative environment. Our engineering, manufacturing, and support teams worldwide are united by a shared mission, working together with trust, respect, and purpose. We encourage you to think differently, take informed risks, and build what’s next. Our dedication to pioneering solutions is reflected in our extensive portfolio of over 1,400 worldwide patents. Allegro is not just building technology; we’re building careers where your contributions matter, your growth is valued, and you can make a lasting difference. Our unwavering commitment to excellence is underscored by our IATF16949:2016 and ISO14001:2015 certifications and the quality awards we’ve received globally.

Join us and help shape the future – where your innovation, impact, and connection will drive what’s next!