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Director – PDK Architecture

IntelPhoenix, AZFull-time$233,990.00-$330,340.00 USD

This director-level position leads a globally distributed team responsible for defining, architecting, and executing Intel's Process Design Kit strategies across leading-edge technology nodes. The role serves as the primary technical authority and liaison between Intel's Technology Development organization, PDK Development teams, and external EDA partners like Synopsys and Cadence. Key responsibilities include establishing PDK scope and specifications, driving 3DIC and advanced packaging enablement, implementing quality governance frameworks, and resolving technology readiness issues that could impact product timelines. The position demands both deep technical knowledge of semiconductor design rules, modeling, and verification methodologies alongside strong executive leadership capabilities. This role suits experienced semiconductor professionals who combine hands-on technical expertise with proven ability to influence across organizational boundaries and drive standardization initiatives.

Requirements

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related discipline10+ years in semiconductor technology development, design enablement, EDA, PDK development, CAD, DTCO, or similar fieldsStrong executive presentation and cross-functional communication skillsExperience with foundry PDK development processes and EDA partner collaborationKnowledge of design rules, extraction, modeling, physical verification, and APR flowsProven track record driving organizational transformation, standardization, and quality improvements
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Four decades of chip manufacturing in Chandler, with the Ocotillo campus among Intel's largest fab sites and ongoing expansion.