Program Director – Cube Project
Advantest
Full-time
On-site
Oregon, United States
Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to drive the development and commercialization of Cube, an ultra-high-density system designed to meet the growing demands of HPC/AI devices for wafer, sC, and sCoW applications. This role will be pivotal in shaping the future of advanced semiconductor testing solutions and will report directly to the EVP R&V, who co-lead this transformative initiative together with the CTO.
Key Responsibilities:
- Market & Technology Analysis:
- Identify the best available solutions and opportunities in the market.
- Evaluate potential partners whose offerings align closely with project requirements.
- Perform comparative analysis of solutions from technical, economic (Cost of Test), and throughput-per-area perspectives.
- Strategic Planning & Team Building:
- Establish and lead a cross-functional team (internal and external) to develop the Cube solution.
- Define the unique value proposition of Cube and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Customer Engagement & Communication:
- Articulate and communicate the value proposition to customers and stakeholders.
- Engage with key customers to validate requirements and secure early adoption.
- Demonstrate the solution’s capabilities in real-world scenarios.
- Product Validation & Commercialization:
- Initiate and manage small-scale production validation campaigns.
- Define and implement a roadmap for scaling to full production.
- Set up or identify a dedicated division within Advantest responsible for P&L ownership of the Cube product post-validation.
- Executive Collaboration:
- Work closely with the CTO and EVP R&V to ensure strategic alignment and timely execution.
- Provide regular updates and recommendations to executive leadership.
Qualifications
Candidate Requirements:
Education & Experience:
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in semiconductor, HPC/AI systems, or advanced test solutions.
- Proven track record in leading large-scale technology programs and building high-performing teams.
Technical Expertise:
- Deep understanding of wafer-level testing, sC and sCoW architectures, and HPC/AI device requirements.
- Strong knowledge of system design for ultra-high-density solutions.
- Familiarity with cost modeling (CoT) and throughput optimization.
Business & Leadership Skills:
- Exceptional ability to evaluate technical and economic trade-offs.
- Experience in defining and communicating value propositions to customers.
- Strong negotiation and partnership development skills.
- Ability to set up organizational structures and manage P&L responsibilities.
Soft Skills:
- Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in CPU/GPU/HPC/AI ecosystems and semiconductor manufacturing.
- Prior involvement in similar product from concept to HVM.
- Established network within semiconductor and industry players.