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 world’s 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 https://www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
Sr. Director, Advanced R&D Projects – gfLABS
GlobalFoundries’ gfLABS organization 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 the Advanced 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 25–50%, including to GF’s 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
$189,600.00 - $330,300.00The 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 [email protected] 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
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