Program Manager (Chip Development)San Jose, CA

Program Manager (Chip Development)

Ethernovia is fundamentally changing how cars of the future are built by unifying in-vehicle networks into an end-to-end Ethernet system. Founded in 2018, we're inventing the future of automobile's communication! We are transforming automobiles' communication network to enable the autonomous driving, electrical vehicle (EV) and software defined revolutions. Our breakthrough compute, communication, and software virtualization ushers in a new era of car connectivity and capabilities. We bring together, accelerate, and unify the car's cameras / sensors, compute, and outside world to enable new advanced driver assistance features and services.

Join Ethernovia's team to make a lasting impact on the future of mobility. Come share in our success with pre-IPO shares, competitive compensation, and great benefits while growing your knowledge and career with world class talent. We are looking for talented engineers and leaders who have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to drive their design from concept to silicon to their next car.

Summary :

We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Program Manager to lead the end-to-end development lifecycle of complex integrated circuits (ICs). This role is all about defining, planning, executing, and finalizing chip development projects, making sure they're delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while strictly adhering to automotive industry requirements. You'll need a strong technical background in semiconductor design and manufacturing, coupled with exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, particularly in the context of safety-critical and security-relevant systems, and a proven ability to manage customer relationships effectively.

This position is located in San Jose, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership & Strategy :
• Define program scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Drive cross-functional alignment and accountability across all phases of the chip development lifecycle.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the program.
• Automotive Standards Compliance & Management :
• Ensure full compliance with ISO 26262 throughout the chip development lifecycle.
• Oversee adherence to ISO / SAE 21434.
• Drive implementation and adherence to Automotive SPICE process requirements.
• Work closely with functional safety and cybersecurity managers.
• Prepare for and support internal and external audits.
• Customer Relationship Management :
• Serve as the primary technical and program interface to key customers.
• Effectively communicate program status.
• Proactively manage customer expectations.
• Translate customer requirements into actionable internal development plans.
• Execution & Monitoring :
• Lead and motivate diverse technical teams.
• Track program progress against milestones.
• Proactively identify and manage program risks.
• Facilitate effective communication and decision-making.
• Manage change requests.
• Technical Acumen :
• Possess a strong understanding of the complete chip development flow.
• Collaborate with technical leads to resolve complex engineering challenges.
• Ensure adherence to design methodologies, quality standards, and industry best practices.
• Stakeholder Management :
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams.
• Manage expectations and negotiate tradeoffs.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations.
• Continuous Improvement :
• Conduct post-mortems and lessons learned sessions.
• Implement best practices in program management.

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