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Director of Engineering, IoT RF & AMS Group

We are Silicon Labs. We are a leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for a more connected world. Our integrated hardware and software platform, intuitive development tools, unmatched ecosystem and robust support make us the ideal long-term partner in building advanced industrial, commercial, home and life applications. We make it easy for developers to solve complex wireless challenges throughout the product lifecycle and get to market quickly with innovative solutions that transform industries, grow economies and improve lives.

The Role

The Director of Engineering defines strategy, goals and resourcing plans for the team, guides execution of projects, and promotes the professional development of the staff. The role is uniquely influential in setting the direction and pace of development of chip design in Silicon Labs’ focal area of wireless IOT SoCs. The Director is the face of the organization to other teams both inside and outside of Silicon Labs and combines good communication skills with mastery of the technical issues and firm understanding of the capabilities and needs of the team.

The ideal candidate is highly technical, inquisitive, collaborative, creative, decisive, and able to formulate and communicate a vision extending several years into the future.

Day-to-day responsibilities typically include:

Contributing to product roadmap and strategy, through individual planning tasks and participation in strategy meetings
Making decisions on technical proposals and define work supporting that decision-making
Developing staff through performance management, leadership development, technical training support, regular staff meetings, and one-on-one consultations
Setting hiring targets, make hiring decisions, and participate in recruiting
Coordinating with other engineering functions to advance projects through their lifecycles, by individual planning and participation in cross-functional project meetings
Performing detailed resource planning for execution of projects and respond to changes in schedule or scope
Driving team staff meetings and communications
Communicating with key customers
Participating in ad hoc problem resolution sessions
Participating occasionally in hands-on bug resolution or research topics
Maintaining familiarity with the state of the art through independent reading, conferences, and studies

Required education and experience:

PhD or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
10+ professional experience in IC design
5+ years of professional experience in IC design management.

Preferred experience or knowledge:

Skills in people management, including leadership and staff development skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and collaboration skills
Direct experience designing and bringing into mass production RF and Analog circuits.
Broad knowledge across RF, Analog and mixed signal circuits
Advanced understanding of device noise, mismatch, linearity, and other RF and analog impairments
Advanced knowledge in signals, systems and transforms
Strong knowledge of RF design and implementation techniques
Solid experience in Si characterization and debug
Understanding of DFT and DFM techniques for mass production environment

Silicon Labs Benefits & Perks:

Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental & vision plans
Highly competitive salary
401k plan with match and Roth plan option
Equity rewards (RSUs).
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Life/AD&D and disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Adoption assistance
Back-Up childcare
Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)
Flexible Vacation Plan
3 paid volunteer days per year
Charitable contribution match
Tuition reimbursement
Free downtown parking
Onsite gym
Monthly wellness offerings
Free snacks
Monthly company updates with our CEO

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $164,500 - $305,500 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.