Director of Hardware Engineering

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
3D Printing
The Role
Lead global semiconductor hardware engineering initiatives, including silicon ecosystem development, EDA vendor relationships, IP roadmaps, test chip programs, and pathfinding for MCU and SoC products. Align IP strategy with long-term product plans and collaborate with product, operations, and software teams to ensure timely delivery and achievement of KPIs.
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Job Description

Provide leadership for global semiconductor hardware engineering initiatives focused on silicon ecosystem development including EDA vendors, IP and test chip programs in support of MCU and SoC programs and path finding initiatives.

Help align IP roadmap with the company’s long term product roadmap

Work in collaboration with product, operations and SW groups to ensure delivery on time and with the right KPIs.

Qualifications

A bachelor's or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a similar field. 

20+ years of engineering experience, with a good understanding of design, verification, validation, across multiple technology generations.

Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills

 

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a similar field
  • 20+ years of engineering experience
  • Understanding of design, verification, and validation across multiple technology generations
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong decision-making skills
  • Strong communication skills

Renesas Electronics Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Renesas Electronics and has not been reviewed or approved by Renesas Electronics.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Feedback suggests pay is generally fair-to-good across many roles, with base pay aligned to prevailing market levels in multiple U.S. locations. Engineering and leadership tracks can be competitive on total compensation, reinforcing a sense that pay can meet market expectations in key job families.
  • Healthcare Strength Feedback suggests core medical, dental, and vision coverage is solid and well-regarded by employees. Day-one eligibility in U.S. roles is described, supporting confidence in access and continuity of care.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Feedback suggests PTO, paid holidays, sick time, and parental leave provide a comprehensive time-off framework. Company initiatives like Renesas Day and meeting-light Focus Fridays further support time away and balance.

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The Company
HQ: Tokyo
10,040 Employees

What We Do

We're the world's leading semiconductor manufacturer. Our mission is to make our lives easier and a world that's safer, healthier, greener, and smarter.

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