Director, Electronic Design Engineering
MACOM· Semiconductors· Sep 22, 2026 · 1mo ago
Lowell, MA
In office
Full-time
Director
$199K–$291K
15+ years exp
Job description
MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.
MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.
Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!
Director, MMIC Design Engineering
Position Summary
The Director of MMIC Design Engineering provides strategic and technical leadership for MACOM's RF and microwave GaN MMIC product development activities. This role is responsible for leading multiple MMIC development teams, managing a portfolio of GaN-based programs, and driving execution from concept through production release.
The Director serves as a key member of the engineering leadership team, partnering closely with Product Management, Operations, Product Engineering, and Executive Leadership to align technology investments with business objectives and customer requirements. This individual will build organizational capability, accelerate innovation, and drive profitable growth across MACOM's RF and microwave semiconductor portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
• Contribute to and execute the short and long-term GaN MMIC product development and technology roadmap.
• Align engineering resources and development initiatives with corporate growth objectives and market opportunities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, competitive offerings, and industry trends to identify innovation opportunities.
Engineering Leadership
• Lead and develop multiple MMIC design teams responsible for GaN-on-SiC based products.
• Establish engineering objectives, organizational structures, and resource plans to achieve development goals.
• Build a high-performance culture focused on innovation, accountability, quality, and execution.
• Recruit, retain, mentor, and develop world-class engineering talent.
• Manage managers, technical leads, and senior individual contributors.
Product Development Execution
• Direct multiple concurrent development programs from concept through product qualification and release to production.
• Ensure projects meet performance, schedule, cost, quality, yield, and reliability objectives.
• Drive development process improvements and best practices across all engineering activities.
• Oversee design reviews and provide executive-level technical guidance for critical design decisions.
• Ensure effective utilization of Agile development methodologies and project management tools.
Cross-Functional Leadership
• Partner with Product Engineering, Operations, Quality, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful product commercialization.
• Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Testability (DFT), yield improvement, and product reliability initiatives.
• Lead executive program reviews and communicate project status, risks, mitigation plans, and resource requirements.
• Facilitate organizational alignment to accelerate time-to-market and maximize business impact.
Customer and Business Engagement
• Serve as the senior technical interface for key customers and strategic business opportunities.
• Support Product Management in customer visits, technical proposals, feasibility studies, and design-win activities.
• Provide executive-level technical leadership during customer escalations and strategic engagements.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify new market opportunities and growth initiatives.
Technology Leadership
• Guide architecture and design strategy for advanced RF and microwave GaN MMIC solutions.
• Champion innovation in GaN and related semiconductor technologies.
• Foster intellectual property development through patents, publications, and proprietary technology advancements.
• Establish partnerships with universities, research organizations, foundries, and technology suppliers.
Qualifications
Required
• BSEE required; MSEE or PhD preferred.
• 15+ years of RF, microwave, and MMIC design experience with significant expertise in amplifier design.
• 5+ years leading engineering organizations, including management of managers and senior technical leaders.
• Demonstrated success delivering complex semiconductor products from concept through production.
• Extensive knowledge of GaN semiconductor technologies.
• Deep understanding of RF and microwave circuit design methodologies.
• Strong experience with ADS and RF simulation environments.
• Thorough understanding of RF characterization, measurement techniques, product qualification, and reliability testing.
• Proven ability to manage multiple development programs simultaneously.
• Strong financial acumen, including budget planning and resource management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive leadership skills.
Preferred
• Experience leading geographically dispersed engineering teams.
• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, wireless infrastructure markets.
• Proven track record of technology innovation and patent development.
• Experience with Agile product development methodologies.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, packaging, and production operations.
EEO:
MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call +1-978-656-2500 or email HR_Ops@MACOM.com. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
ITAR
Due to ITAR regulations, only candidates who are U.S. Persons (U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted asylum or refugee status) will be considered for this position.
RSU Eligible
This position is eligible to receive restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and cash bonuses, solely at MACOM’s discretion, subject to individual and company performance.
Salary Range
The Salary Range for this position is $199,000 – $291,000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.
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