TSMC · 1 month ago
IP Alliance Program Manager (6735)
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $245K/yr
12+ years expTSMC is a leading dedicated semiconductor foundry, known for its manufacturing excellence and innovative technology. The IP Alliance Program Manager will work closely with IP vendors to enhance the IP Ecosystem on TSMC’s technology, providing support and managing relationships to ensure successful IP development.
Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturingProduct DesignSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Support and develop the most extensive IP Ecosystem in collaboration with leading IP vendors on TSMC’s processes including the most advanced processes and the widest range of specialty processes (RF, BCD, HV, CIS, MEMS, NVM)
Responsible for the relationship of semiconductor IP vendors that are a part of TSMC’s IP Alliance, which can include vendors that provide foundation IP (standard cells, memories, I/O’s), Interconnect IP (HBM, 3DIC IP, PCIe, USB,etc.) Analog/MS (PLLs, DLLs, Sensors, ADCs, DACs, etc.); video/audio IP (MIPI, DSP), and automotive IP
Provide technical and product support to IP vendors on TSMC processes and technical requirements that IP vendors need to develop IP on TSMC process
Support TSMC events including the TSMC Technology Symposium and OIP™ Event
Publication support for IP Alliance members for IP on TSMC processes (includes press releases, white papers, web posts, videos, blogs, etc..)
Work with IP Alliance members, TSMC legal, TSMC9000/IPAE technical team, account teams for key customers, IP Operations, and the shuttle team for IP availability
The IP Alliance manager will direct the legal interaction with IP Alliance members and be the interface to TSMC legal for facilitating agreements (NDAs, IP Alliance agreements, Vendor Technology License agreements, authorization letters, etc.)
The IP Alliance manager will drive corrective actions and follow-up when required
Facilitate shuttle access for IP Alliance members and monitor silicon results
Monitor IP Alliance members’ adherence to the IP Alliance requirements
Qualification
Required
MSEE with 12+ years of relevant experience
Knowledge of IP types including Interconnect IP: HPM, PCIe, USB, SATA, D2D, HP SerDes
Foundation IP: standard cells, memories, IOs
Mixed-signal/Analog IP: PLLs, DLLs, PVT sensors, OSC, ADC, DAC
Audio/Video IP: MIPI, DSP
Automotive IP requirements
Understanding of EDA flows and tech file support required for IP development
Program management abilities to drive successful IP development with IP Alliance members including meeting tapeout requirements and deadlines
Excellent communication skills to interact with IP Alliance members, TSMC9000/IPAEs, TSMC legal, OIP (Open Innovation Platform) marketing, Shuttle team, and IP Operations
Preferred
Interface IP design experience – PCIe, USB, Ethernet, Analog/Mixed-Signal, or Foundation IP
Experience in the asic design flow and/or asic program management
Benefits
Market competitive pay
Allowances
Bonuses
Comprehensive benefits
Extensive development opportunities and programs
Company
TSMC
Established in 1987, TSMC is the world's first dedicated semiconductor foundry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$14.2BKey Investors
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2024-04-08Grant· $6.6B
2024-01-01Acquired
2022-09-30Post Ipo Equity· $4.1B
Leadership Team
Morris Chang
Founder, Chairman & CEO
Peter M. Cleveland
Senior Vice President
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