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Deputy Director/Manager/Principal Technology Program Manager

GlobalFoundries

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Richardson, TX · Posted October 21, 2026

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About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role:

This role owns the execution of complex semiconductor technology programs from planning through delivery, serving as the central point of accountability across internal teams, customers, vendors, and technical stakeholders.

Essential Responsibilities:

Full project execution ownership and go-to person for all internal and external stakeholders.

Develop, maintain, and execute the project plan for the enablement of new technologies and/or technology transfers.

Analyze data and monitor programs to ensure adherence to contract scope of work, cost, schedule, and technical specifications.

Drive project team members and contributors to meet critical milestones and customer commitments.

Document, track, and drive closure of meeting minutes, action items, and follow-ups.

Proactively identify key risks to the program and define mitigation actions.

Track and report progress to key stakeholders (including external customers).

Travel as needed for customer requests, workshops, project reviews, and staff meetings.

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical field.

6+ years’ experience in semiconductor industry

Prior experience or formal training in project, program, or product management.

Highly reliable and execution-focused, with disciplined follow-through on emails, action items, commitments, and details of every size.

Strong interpersonal skills - influence without authority

Excellent communication (written and oral) skills – confidence in leading calls with various execs, technical experts, and/or vendors and customers.

Detail-oriented - can identify what’s missing in planning and execution.

Resourceful - solves non-routine issues.

Personal and professional drive for continuous learning and improvement.

Ability to distill complex issues and information into simple narratives.

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years in program management in semiconductor industry

Strong technical background with knowledge of semiconductor device physics and processes.

Proficiency in Mandarin.

PhD in technical field.

Have a record of successfully delivering high-profile, complex technical projects against tight deadlines.

Experience leading initiatives, onboarding, and mentoring other peers.

Expected Salary Range

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

The role you are applying for may require you to obtain a US Department of Defense Security Clearance at some time during your employment. Acceptance of this role commits to applying for such if requested. Further, the applicant consents to being asked questions about their citizenship and background to assess the likelihood of obtaining a Security Clearance. The applicant also acknowledges that GlobalFoundries can only nominate and submit an application for a Security Clearance. The granting of a Security Clearance is at the sole discretion of the U.S. Government and the Department of Defense.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law