SiliconEcosystemPartnershipsDirector

ABOUT THE JOB We are seeking a Silicon Ecosystem Partnerships Director to lead and expand our strategic partnerships across the semiconductor and AI infrastructure ecosystem. This role will be responsible for building deep relationships with key ecosystem partners, including foundries, ASIC providers, IP vendors, EDA companies, advanced packaging partners, and other relevant infrastructure technology partners. The ideal candidate will combine strong semiconductor industry knowledge, technical fluency, commercial judgment, and executive relationship management skills. This person will play a critical role in strengthening our supply chain resilience, accelerating product execution, supporting go-to-market initiatives, and positioning the company as a trusted partner across the global silicon ecosystem. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Strategic Ecosystem Development - Build and manage strategic relationships with semiconductor ecosystem partners, including foundries, ASIC design partners, IP providers, EDA vendors, advanced packaging providers, system partners, and infrastructure technology companies. - Develop a clear ecosystem partnership strategy aligned with the company’s silicon roadmap, product milestones, commercial priorities, and long-term platform strategy. - Identify partnership opportunities that can improve product execution, supply-chain resilience, technology differentiation, cost structure, and market credibility. - Serve as a key external-facing representative for the company with senior executives across the semiconductor ecosystem. - Foundry, ASIC, IP, and EDA Engagement - Coordinate with engineering, operations, product, legal, and finance teams to align on technical requirements, commercial terms, program timelines, and partner deliverables. - Support licensing and partnership discussions with IP and EDA vendors, ensuring alignment with product requirements, cost targets, and roadmap needs. - Help evaluate partner capabilities across process technology, pa