Rapidus Corporation US · 1 day ago
Semiconductor R&D Program Manager (Shuttle Captain)
Albany, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expRapidus Corporation US is focused on advanced technology development in semiconductor R&D. They are seeking a Semiconductor R&D Program Manager to manage the planning, development, and execution of R&D shuttles and test chips, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards across multiple teams.
Semiconductors
Hiring Manager
Robin Philippe
Responsibilities
Define scope, objectives, and timelines for R&D shuttle runs and technology development test chips
Prioritize test structures, IP blocks, and PDK validation vehicles in alignment with process and device development milestones
Act as the single point of contact (“Shuttle Captain”) for all stakeholders
Manage schedules, resources, and risks to ensure timely shuttle tape-outs
Lead and chair reviews for design readiness, milestone adherence, and risk mitigation
Drive integration of foundation IP, SRAM splits, reliability macros, and qualification structures
Ensure DRC/LVS, timing, DFT, and tape-out sign-off criteria are fully met across all participating teams and partners
Support debug and silicon learning from shuttle results
Partner with EDA vendors and design ecosystem partners to ensure production-ready flows
Collaborate with reliability, yield, and device engineering teams to incorporate critical test structures
Identify and mitigate risks in shuttle execution
Maintain quality standards for design data, documentation, and post-silicon reporting
Qualification
Required
B.S, M.S or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of experience in semiconductor design enablement, test chip programs, or related fields
Strong knowledge of PDK, IP, DFT, mask design, sign-off methodologies, and shuttle/tape-out flows
Demonstrated program management skills, with proven ability to manage complex, multi-site projects
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, global environments with tight schedules
Excellent communication skills in English
Preferred
Experience managing shuttle programs or large multi-IP testchips at leading-edge foundries or IDMs
Hands-on experience with advanced process nodes (5nm or below)
Familiarity with reliability qualification structures (Kelvin arrays, ESD macros, etc.)
Knowledge of chiplet and advanced packaging technologies
PMI certification (e.g., PMP) or equivalent program management credential is a plus
Japanese language proficiency is a plus
Company
Rapidus Corporation US
Rapidus Corporation is a Japanese company dedicated to the research, development, design, manufacture and sales of advanced logic semiconductors.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase