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The University of Texas at Austin · 5 months ago

Director of Electronic Design Automation Product Management

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

The University of Texas at Austin is a leading institution committed to advancing technology and innovation. The Director of Electronic Design Automation Product Management will lead the implementation and strategy for electronic design automation (EDA) enablement, overseeing the development of design kits and simulation tools while collaborating cross-functionally to align roadmaps and ensure scalable deployment across design teams.

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Responsibilities

Lead the technical development of comprehensive process design kits (PDKs) and assembly design kits (ADKs), including modeling, verification, and enablement collateral to accelerate customer adoption of TIE’s technologies

Collaborate closely with TIE subcontractors to clearly define Statements of Work (SoW) in quantifiable metrics, monitor milestone progress, and adjust deliverables and payable milestones as needed. You’ll ensure everyone is on the same page and that expectations translate into measurable outcomes

Act as a hands-on technical authority for EDA packaging workflows, bridging electrical, thermal, and mechanical simulation domains while leading a team of engineers. You will represent TIE in technical working groups, customer design reviews, and ecosystem partnerships

Drive cross-functional collaboration with engineering, packaging design, product marketing, and major EDA vendors (Synopsys, Cadence, Ansys, Siemens) to ensure design enablement flows are aligned, validated, and continuously improved

Develop and execute detailed program plans covering scope, schedules, risk mitigation, resource allocation, and customer communication. You will deliver predictable outcomes in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder engagements

Create technical documentation and collateral, including user guides, reference flows, and onboarding materials to support customer design teams and strengthen TIE’s position as an EDA innovator

Monitor EDA market trends and competitive developments, providing actionable insights to guide tool integration, design enablement priorities, and platform differentiation

Champion a culture of accountability and transparency across all program workstreams—ensuring stakeholders are informed, expectations are managed, and commitments are met

Qualification

Electronic Design AutomationSynopsysCadenceAnsysSiemensProcess Design KitsAdvanced Packaging WorkflowsStartup DNAExecution MindsetExceptional Communication

Required

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline

8+ years of experience in Electronic Design Automation (EDA), semiconductor design enablement, or advanced packaging workflows

Deep technical expertise with Synopsys, Cadence, Ansys, or Siemens design flows for chiplet and heterogeneous integration

You have built and deployed packaged-related PDKs/ADKs and understand the nuances of modeling, simulation, and qualification across electrical, RF, mechanical, and thermal domains

Exceptional communication skills. You know how to simplify the complex, create clear deliverables, and build trust with both technical and business audiences

Startup DNA. You're energized by ambiguity, act with urgency, and take personal ownership for outcomes. You make things happen

Execution mindset. You have demonstrated experience working in a hands-on role driving progress across multiple initiatives without layers of management

Location. Austin, Texas is preferred for close collaboration with our engineering teams and partners. Hybrid work arrangements may be possible with travel up to 30–50%. Such arrangements are subject to University review and approval in relation to jurisdictional employment-related laws, rules, and regulations

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship

Preferred

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline

Proven program management chops. You can demonstrate end-to-end ownership of programs involving multiple customer or partner stakeholders. You know how to define success, manage dependencies, and keep everyone aligned and motivated—even when things get complex

Experience working directly with subcontractors, vendors, and partners to define clear expectations, manage deliverables, and hold teams accountable to milestones

Benefits

Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)

Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.