Leader, ASIC Engineering (Foundry/OSAT Manager)

About the role

Cisco's ASIC Engineering team designs, develops and verifies custom silicon for its routers, switches and optical platforms. The Foundry/OSAT Manager (Leader, ASIC Engineering) is responsible for the operational success of packaging programs, managing the business and operational relationship with TSMC and OSAT partners so that capacity, cost and delivery schedules are met. The role leads an ASIC engineering team delivering high-performance, power-efficient and reliable chips, defines processes and tools for complex ASIC development, and drives cross-functional collaboration toward high-volume production.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the strategic relationship with TSMC and OSAT partners, including business reviews, capacity planning and contract negotiations.
• Oversee the end-to-end NPI-to-HVM (High Volume Manufacturing) process and ensure technical milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Manage the department budget, headcount and resource allocation across multiple product lines.
• Identify and manage supply chain risks and develop contingency plans for capacity constraints or manufacturing disruptions.
• Act as the main interface between the technical team and internal stakeholders such as Finance, Procurement and Product Management.
• Define processes, methodologies and tools for ASIC design and implementation, and oversee documentation, development and validation of ASIC subsystems.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Business (MBA is a plus).
• 15+ years of experience in semiconductor supply chain, foundry operations or OSAT management.
• Proven track record managing large-scale manufacturing programs with TSMC.
• 5+ years of management experience in a high-tech environment, focused on supply chain operations, vendor management and team development.

Required skills

• Excellent project management skills (PMP or equivalent experience preferred).
• PMP certification is a preferred qualification.