Job Summary

We are seeking a Director, Infrastructure Hardware to lead the strategy, development, and delivery of system platforms supporting characterization, validation, ATE, and high-volume manufacturing of SiTime products. This role combines people leadership with end-to-end program ownership, driving cross-functional execution across design, test, product, operations, and external partners. The Director provides high-level system design direction and deep knowledge of hardware build, integration, and bring-up to ensure scalable, reliable, and cost-effective infrastructure platforms.

Key Responsibilities

People Leadership & Team Development

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing infrastructure hardware team; set clear goals, expectations, and development plans
• Establish strong engineering practices (design reviews, documentation, change control, and risk management) to improve quality and predictability
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to define staffing plans, hiring priorities, onboarding, and team operating cadence
• Foster a collaborative environment with clear communication, constructive feedback, and effective conflict resolution

Program & Project Management (Delivery, Schedule, and Execution)

• Own end-to-end delivery of infrastructure hardware programs from concept through production release, including scope, schedule, budget, and resourcing
• Drive cross-functional planning and execution with Design, Test, Characterization, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain; communicate status, risks, and trade-offs to stakeholders
• Establish and manage project plans, milestones, and phase gates
• Proactively identify dependencies and bottlenecks; lead issue resolution and escalation to keep programs on track

Hardware Platform Strategy, System Design & Integration

• Set technical direction for scalable infrastructure hardware platforms; translate business and engineering needs into system requirements and roadmaps
• Provide high-level system design guidance and ensure robust build, integration, bring-up, and validation plans across labs and manufacturing environments
• Drive make/buy decisions, supplier selection, and vendor strategy balancing performance, cost, quality, and supply continuity
• Standardize platforms and interfaces to improve reuse, reduce cycle time, and enable multi-product support

Operational Excellence (Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Management)

• Partner with Operations and Quality to drive reliability, compliance, and lifecycle management for infrastructure platforms
• Manage infrastructure supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and drive continuous improvement with key manufacturing and test partners
• Define and track key metrics (cycle time, yield impact, uptime/availability, cost) to improve platform performance and operational efficiency

Required Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 12+ years of experience delivering complex hardware systems, platforms, or infrastructure for lab, test, ATE, and/or manufacturing environments
• 5+ years of people leadership experience
• High-level system design capability with strong hands-on understanding of hardware build, integration, bring-up, debug, and validation
• Experience working with suppliers/contract manufacturers
• Excellent communication and influence skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing budgets, capital expenditures, and vendor contracts for lab/manufacturing infrastructure
• Experience leading globally distributed teams and working across time zones
• Background supporting semiconductor product development, characterization, validation, ATE, and high-volume manufacturing ramp

Compensation Range:

At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent.

The annual base salary range for this role is $223,500.00 - $319,660.00. The final offer is determined by factors such as location, experience, education, and training.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals-reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company's future growth and success.

Benefits offered: 401k plan, health and wellness that includes medical, dental, vision, life, parental leave, legal services, and time off plans.

Learn More about SiTime: Review the Get to Know SiTime section of our career page to explore our culture, values, and what makes us unique.

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