CareerPlan

Manager, Chip Software

US, CA, Santa ClaraFull-time$184k2026-08-10 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead and execute software planning, validation, and productization for System on Chip (SOC) development across Automotive, Data Center, Embedded, and Mobile domains.

Role type

Senior IC Chip Software Project Manager

Builds

Next-generation SOC chip software and partner validation programs

Domain

Semiconductor / Embedded Systems

Required skills

Software development life cycle management, embedded systems architecture, matrix organization project management, external partner engagement, safety standards compliance (ISO26262), cross-functional team leadership

Preferred skills

Pre-Silicon/Post-Silicon bring-up experience, partner lab environment design, Kernel/System Software/Drivers development, Automotive/Data Center/Mobile SOC leadership

Technologies

SOC, CPU, memory, buses, interconnects, Operating Systems, device drivers, Simulation, Emulation

Responsibilities

Coordinate software POR, pre-silicon development, validation, bring-up, and productization; Manage partner validation programs including onboarding, qualification, and test execution; Drive simulation and emulation planning and scheduling; Ensure compliance with safety standards; Lead status meetings and communicate progress across global software teams; Partner with platform teams to execute custom requirements; Act as primary interface for chip-related issues across software groups.