Director of Semiconductor Development

Our client is a tier-one semiconductor equipment manufacturer whose advanced packaging and test platforms are deployed at leading fabs worldwide. With a strong IP position and a growing pipeline of next-generation engagements, the company is investing heavily in its US development organisation.

Role summary: Lead R&D teams to accelerate development cycles, ensure manufacturability, and collaborate with customers to deliver differentiated semiconductor equipment.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage cross-functional engineering teams (process, mechanical, electrical, firmware);
• Define product roadmaps aligned with customer roadmaps;
• Oversee prototyping, qualification, and transfer to volume manufacturing;
• Engage with key strategic customers and fab partners;
• Maintain IP strategy and quality standards.

Candidate profile:

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or similar;
• 10+ years in semiconductor equipment development;
• Track record of shipped products and customer collaboration;
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

What’s offered:

• Competitive base salary ;
• Annual cash bonus (target 20%);
• Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) grant with a four-year vesting schedule;
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with 15% discount;
• Best-in-class health benefits: medical, dental, vision and mental health coverage;
• 401(k) with employer match and financial planning support;
• Defined career progression to VP Engineering with executive coaching support.