Ambiq Micro, Inc.
semiconductor
VP-InformationTechnology
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“VP - Information Technology at Ambiq Micro, Inc.. Skills: IT strategy and digital transformation, IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, ERP and business systems modernization, team leadership, vendor management. Define and execute a global IT roadmap. Lead digital transformation initiatives”
What You'll Achieve.
enable the company to scale efficiently; drive operational efficiency; reduce costs; improve the speed of decision-making; measurable ROI; ensures alignment, accountability, and transparency; proactive protection against evolving threats; support 24/7 global operations; accurately reflect business processes; feel ownership over outcomes; maximize value; minimize risk; preserve organizational flexibility; performance accountability; strategic alignment; fit, capability, and cost-efficiency
Industry & Context.
creative problem-solvers; tackle hard problems; strategic thinker; make bold decisions to consolidate, invest, or exit when the data supports it
This role will be on-site 5 days a week in NW Austin, Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer, We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas (now or in the future) for this role
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, at least 8 years in a senior IT leadership role (Director, VP, or CIO), Demonstrated success leading IT functions in semiconductor, EDA, hardware, or related technology industries, Deep expertise in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and enterprise systems (e. g. , SAP, Oracle, NetSuite), Proven track record of leading digital transformation and driving measurable business outcomes through technology, Experience managing and developing teams in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment with globally distributed teams across the US, Asia, and Europe, executive communication skills — able to translate technical complexity into strategic business value, Experience with IT vendor negotiation, contract management, and budget stewardship, Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer
Nice to Have
Experience in a fabless semiconductor or IP licensing company, Familiarity with EDA tools, IP management, or semiconductor design workflows, CISSP, CISM, PMP, or equivalent professional certifications, MBA or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
What You'll Do.
Define and execute a global IT roadmap
Lead digital transformation initiatives
Partner with the CEO and executive leadership to identify and prioritize technology investments
Build and maintain an IT governance framework
and management of enterprise IT infrastructure
Establish and enforce a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy
and performance across all IT systems
Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing
Ensure SOX IT General Controls (ITGCs) are designed
and operating effectively
Own the lifecycle of enterprise systems
and collaboration platforms
and Engineering to ensure business systems are optimized
Lead evaluations and implementations of new systems or replacements
Inspire and cultivate followership
Recruit and develop a high-performing IT team
Coach and mentor IT staff
Build cross-functional relationships
Manage IT budget and vendor relationships
Build a vendor management framework
Continuously evaluate the vendor portfolio
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with the CEO and executive leadership; Partner with Finance, HR, Operations, and Engineering; Build cross-functional relationships that elevate the IT team's reputation as a trusted, credible partner; treating key vendors as extensions of the team
Communication Scope
executive communication skills — able to translate technical complexity into strategic business value
Process & Methodology
Define and execute a global IT roadmap, Lead digital transformation initiatives, Lead evaluations and implementations of new systems or replacements, disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing
Full Job Description
Company Overview Ambiq is on a mission to enable intelligence everywhere — powering the AI edge revolution with the world's lowest-power semiconductor solutions. Built on our proprietary sub- and near-threshold technology, our chips deliver multi-fold improvements in energy efficiency without costly process scaling. Since 2010, we've shipped over 290 million units to customers building smarter wearables, medical devices, IoT products, and AI-powered edge applications. Our cross-functional teams span design, research, development, production, marketing, sales, and operations across Austin, Hsinchu, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore. We move fast, tackle hard problems, and create space for people to grow through complex, meaningful work that shapes the future of technology. We're looking for self-motivated, creative problem-solvers who are eager to push technological limits and make a real impact in energy efficiency. At Ambiq, we live by five values: Innovate. Collaborate. Focus. Learn. Achieve. If that's you, join us — the intelligence everywhere revolution starts here. This role will be on-site 5 days a week in NW Austin. Scope We are seeking a Vice President of Information Technology to lead and transform our global IT & Cybersecurity function. Reporting directly to the CEO, this executive will serve as the primary architect of our technology infrastructure, enterprise systems, and digital strategy — enabling the company to scale efficiently as we grow our footprint in the global fabless semiconductor market. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role for a strategic thinker who is equally comfortable setting long-term IT vision and rolling up their sleeves to drive execution. You will own IT operations end-to-end: from integration of AI productivity tools to infrastructure reliability and cybersecurity to ERP modernization and vendor partnerships. That ownership will span all of Ambiq’s global sites. You will join at an exciting inflection point, with the op
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