Sr. Director, Advanced R&D Projects – gfLABS

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 189600 - 330300

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries (GF)is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry delivering a unique blend of design development and manufacturing services to some of the worlds most innovative technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint across three continents GF enables the technologies and systems that transform industries and empower customers to shape their markets. Learn more at .

Summary of Role:

Sr. Director Advanced R&D Projects gfLABS

GlobalFoundriesgfLABSorganization drives differentiated technology innovation with a strategic horizon of two years and beyond. We collaborate closely with our businesses and ecosystem partners to define and execute medium- and long-range R&D programs.

We are seeking a visionary executive to lead theAdvanced R&D Projects (ARDP)team within gfLABS. This role is ideal for a seasoned semiconductor technologist with deep expertise in CMOS RF NVM or Power technologies and a strong background in substrates materials process integration and tooling. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership strategic direction and operational oversight to a high-performing team of engineers and project managers.

Essential Responsibilities:

Develop and execute the gfLABS strategy and roadmap aligned with the business needs and product line evolution.
Lead planning and execution of joint development programs targeting current and emerging markets.
Build and mentor a multidisciplinary execution team including technologists process engineers and project managers.
Cultivate partnerships with suppliers universities and research institutions to address targeted R&D challenges.
Champion the value of gfLABS initiatives through clear communication and demonstrated ROI to business stakeholders.
Oversee gfLABS operations:
- Manage 8-quarter budget planning and performance
- Establish OKR-driven management systems
- Optimize project scope and timelines for strategic impact
- Drive continuous improvement in processes and systems

Other Responsibilities:

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

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Electrical/Computer Engineering Physics Chemistry or related field
Minimum 15 years of experience in semiconductor R&D
Fluent in English (written and verbal)
Willingness to travel 2550% including to GFs 200mm fab in Burlington VT
Location: flexible prefer NY or VT

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven executive leadership and strategic planning experience
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities

Expected Salary Range

$189600.00 - $330300.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions as applicable and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment selection training utilization promotion compensation benefits extracurricular programs and termination are created and implemented without regard to age ethnicity ancestry color marital status medical condition mental or physical disability national origin race religion political and/or third-party affiliation sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other characteristic or category specified by local state or federal law

Required Experience:

Exec

About GlobalFoundries:GlobalFoundries (GF)is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry delivering a unique blend of design development and manufacturing services to some of the worlds most innovative technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint across three continents GF enables th...