Senior Director Business Development (Santa Clara)

Title-Senior Director Business DevelopmentAbout GlobalFoundries GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor manufacturer providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit . Role Summary GlobalFoundries is seeking a Senior Product Manager – AI Software Stack to lead the strategy, growth, and commercialization of AI software solutions supporting robotics, industrial automation, and automotive applications. This leader will own the end-to-end AI software portfolio, including vision, perception, control, and inference stacks that enable intelligent, autonomous systems across sense, think, communicate, and act modalities. The role carries full responsibility for product strategy, roadmap execution, partnerships, and P&L, working closely with engineering, ecosystem partners, and customers to scale a differentiated software business. Key Responsibilities Product & Business Leadership Own the end-to-end product strategy, roadmap, and P&L for AI software and system-level solutions. Build and scale significant revenue bookings to drive the business towards positive cash flow by the end of 2028, with clear commercial strategy and execution rigor. Define portfolio positioning across automotive, ADAS, robotics, and industrial automation markets. AI Software & Solution Strategy Guide to the development of AI software stacks spanning perception, control, simulation, kinematics, and real-time inference. Ensure solutions are optimized for deployment across automotive, industrial, robotics, and edge/IoT endpoints. Translate market and customer needs into scalable, differentiated software offerings. Cross-Functional Leadership Lead and influence cross-functional teams including engineering, research, product management, and go-to-market stakeholders. Partner closely with hardware, platform, and manufacturing teams to deliver integrated system solutions. Ecosystem & Partnerships Build and manage strategic partnerships with automakers, Tier‑1 suppliers, software providers, and technology partners. Shape a strong ecosystem strategy that accelerates adoption and expands market reach. Go-to-Market & Operational Excellence Optimize go-to-market models, pricing, and operating structures to support profitable growth. Drive operational discipline, cost optimization, and execution efficiency across the portfolio. Open Source & Industry Engagement Lead GlobalFoundries’ engagement with open-source communities, frameworks, and industry consortia. Influence standards and ecosystems that align with long-term AI software and platform strategy. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred. Master's degree/Ph.D is preferred. 10+ years of experience in product management, product line leadership, or general management roles within AI software, robotics, automotive, industrial automation, or adjacent technology domains. Demonstrated ownership of product strategy, roadmap execution, and P&L responsibility for software or system-level offerings. Proven ability to build and scale a commercial business, including bookings, growth, pricing strategy, and go-to-market execution. Strong understanding of AI and software stacks including perception, computer vision, control systems, simulation, and real-time inference deployed at the edge. Experience leading cross-functional, globally distributed teams across engineering, research, product, and commercial functions. Track record of developing and managing strategic partnerships and ecosystems, including OEMs, Tier‑1 suppliers, and software/technology partners. Expected Salary Range$198,000.00 - $362,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at View email address on apply.placed-app.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law SummaryLocation: USA - California - Santa Clara; USA - Texas - Austin; USA - Texas - RichardsonType: Full time