CAD-AES Program Manager

Microchip Technology Inc.

Program Manager coordinating semiconductor IP, SOC, CAD, and backend engineering deliverables at Microchip. Managing cross-functional teams, risks, schedules, and customer-facing project status.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timePenang • 🇲🇾 MalaysiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating cross-functional teams in semiconductor backend development, with a strong focus on project management, risk management, and ensuring quality deliverables across various technology nodes.

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Semiconductor Backend FunctionsProject Management ToolsCross-Functional Team CollaborationRisk ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

SynthesisDFTLayoutPhysical VerificationReliabilityFlow DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesTask TrackingQuality AssuranceVendor Tools Deployment

Soft Skills

Effective Team PlayerCollaboratorMotivatorVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

JIRA

Industry Keywords

IP DevelopmentSOC DevelopmentPost-Silicon Test EcosystemMulti-Time-Zone TeamsCutting-Edge Technology Nodes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate tasks across Digital Design, Implementation, Layout, DFT, Mixed Signal Development, and CAD/Flow Development teams throughout IP and SOC development
Adapt to newer cutting-edge technology nodes while ensuring quality deliverables in established and legacy technology nodes
Work with multi-time-zone cross-functional teams across Design, Implementation, DFT, Layout, CAD, and Mixed Signal domains
Plan, develop, and track tasks across IP and SOC development, CAD flow development, Vendor Tools deployment, and the post-silicon test ecosystem
Establish and facilitate risk management for new projects and initiatives with internal stakeholders
Conduct periodic status meetings and facilitate inter-team task alignment
Present project status to internal and external customers and relay feedback to engineering teams
Ensure goals are met for customer satisfaction and quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS/MS degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Prior experience in two or more semiconductor backend functions, including Synthesis, DFT, Layout, Physical Verification, Reliability, or Flow Development
10+ years of experience in semiconductor, including management of semiconductor backend deliverables
Experience using project management tools such as JIRA or other Agile methodologies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective team player, collaborator, and motivator
Ability to work in a multi-location, cross-functional team setup
Willingness to travel 0%–25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Leadership Passage Programs supporting career growth
Employee development opportunities
Values-based decision making and community-oriented culture
Diversity and workplace excellence initiatives
Company perks (details available on the careers page)