Operations Director of Programs

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San Jose, CA, USA
Hybrid
275K-372K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Internet of Things • Semiconductor
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The Role
Lead end-to-end operations execution for Arm's cloud AI silicon platforms, managing stakeholders across foundries, OSATs, supply, logistics, quality, test and finance to deliver mass-production SoC programs on schedule and budget.
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Job Overview:
We are looking to add a key member of the Arm Operations Product Delivery team which is responsible for delivering all of Arm's silicon products and systems into reality! The successful candidate will have a proven silicon program execution track record and a deep background in back-end manufacturing of complex SoCs & packages, including working with OSATs and different foundries. The successful candidate will be responsible for complex, operations stakeholder management of our silicon programs from cradle to grave and be the conductor of strategic supply, logistics, quality, product & test and other key external and internal stakeholders. This new role is a mix of deep technical, flawless execution, and world-class end-to-end operations program management.
Responsibilities:
  • Own the end-to-end operations execution of Arm's next generation cloud AI platforms by working with and through various stakeholders both inside and outside of Arm; working across multiple cross functional teams.
  • Identify, mitigate and/or prevent technical and business challenges across multiple disciplines to ultimately deliver on a successful, mass-production program for our customers.
  • Own and crisply communicate operations focused schedule, financials, risks and help needed for an executive audience and diverse stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience :
  • Infectious passion for program execution and a can-do spirit to just get it done
  • Systems Thinker - able to see the whole picture and how work streams interlock
  • Presence and Communications - validated ability to influence and deliver exquisite communication at all levels in a sophisticated matrix organization
  • Technical SOC HW & SW design exposure and deep back-end manufacturing knowledge including semiconductor foundries, OSAT, and testing process and partners.
  • Self-starter - Comfortable driving unchartered, high paced programs with limited oversight
  • Highly analytical - Data driven and possess strong problem-solving skills, able to structure complicated issues and find creative solutions to business and technical challenges
  • Strong interpersonal skills - ability to bring difficult discussions to the table and arbitrate different viewpoints. Not afraid to speak up to ensure the success of the program and call out issues
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior execution or technical program management experience with back-end silicon execution
  • Masters or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or Computer Science

"Nice To Have" Skills and Experience :
We are proud to have a set of behaviors that reflect our creative culture and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to defy ordinary and shape outstanding. These behaviors are assessed during the recruitment process:
  • Partner / customer focus - Your tendency to put your partners and customers first by understanding their needs and tackling to achieve the best outcome for both.
  • Creativity / innovation - Possessing curiosity and a passion for driving continuous improvement through spotting opportunities and seeking the views of others.
  • Collaboration / Influence - Ability to forge lasting relationships which are built upon mutual trust within a complex stakeholder matrix. Listen to different perspectives, evaluate, persuade and carefully craft your work to deliver truly impactful results.
  • Technical depth - Listen to different perspectives, evaluate, persuade and carefully craft your work to deliver truly impactful results.
  • Personal development - Take time to drive your own development, while also encouraging colleagues to do the same.

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Please note that no relocation package is available for this role.
Salary Range:
$274,600-$371,600 per year
We value people as individuals and our dedication is to reward people competitively and equitably for the work they do and the skills and experience they bring to Arm. Salary is only one component of Arm's offering. The total reward package will be shared with candidates during the recruitment and selection process.
Accommodations at Arm
At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] . To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.
Hybrid Working at Arm
Arm's approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team's needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.
Equal Opportunities at Arm
Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Skills Required

  • Minimum of 5 years experience in senior execution or technical program management with back-end silicon execution
  • Masters or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • Deep back-end manufacturing knowledge including semiconductor foundries, OSAT, package assembly and testing processes and partners
  • Technical SoC hardware and software design exposure
  • Proven silicon program execution track record delivering complex SoCs and packages to mass production
  • Strong stakeholder management and executive-level communication skills in a matrix organization
  • Systems thinking and ability to identify/mitigate cross-discipline technical and business risks
  • Highly analytical, data-driven problem solving and decision making
  • Self-starter able to drive high-paced, ambiguous programs with limited oversight
  • Strong interpersonal skills to manage conflict and arbitrate differing viewpoints
  • Partner/customer focus, creativity/innovation, collaboration/influence, technical depth, and personal development (assessed in recruitment)

Arm Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Equity Value & Accessibility Broad RSU grants are positioned as a core part of total rewards post‑IPO, and a 2024 ESPP allows up to a 15% discount with lookback to the lower of the start or purchase‑date price. Together these programs expand ownership opportunities across the workforce.
  • Retirement Support Investor filings state a 401(k) match of 100% up to the first 6% of employee contributions, with the same match rate cited for executives and the wider workforce. This signals strong employer support for long‑term savings.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Benefits include a fully paid four‑week sabbatical after four years, enhanced maternity/paternity and parental bonding leave, a quarterly Day of Care, and paid volunteering time. These offerings indicate breadth well beyond standard PTO.

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