Director, Hardware Engineering

Director, Hardware Engineering at InspireSemi, leading silicon development organization, overseeing hardware lifecycle, recruiting and leading world-class team, managing vendor and foundry relationships.

Requirements

• 15+ years in semiconductor engineering
• 8+ years in leadership roles managing complex SoC or CPU projects
• Advanced Node Expertise: Proven track record leading development cycles for bleeding-edge silicon, specifically at 5nm or below technology nodes
• Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. A PhD is a plus.
• Technical Mastery: Deep expertise in the full Netlist-to-GDSII flow, including high-speed interconnects, memory hierarchies, and power delivery
• Tape-out Track Record: Proven history of leading multiple successful tape-outs on advanced FinFET nodes
• Business Acumen: Ability to balance technical perfection with time-to-market pressures and budgetary constraints
• Influence: A strong reputation in the silicon industry with the ability to attract top-tier talent and negotiate with global partners

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Significant equity
• Flexible time off
• Hybrid work model