Director, Infrastructure Hardware (Santa Clara)

About SiTimeSiTime is the Precision Timing company. Timing is the heartbeat of all electronics, ensuring performance, resilience and scalability. For decades, quartz devices, non-silicon technology, have kept systems in sync, but they struggle in harsher, more demanding environments. MEMS-based Precision Timing delivers greater accuracy, smaller size and resilience. Today, MEMS timing powers over 400 applications, including high-growth ones in AI datacenters, automated driving, industrial and humanoid robots, wearables and IoT.Our semiconductor MEMS programmable solutions offer a rich feature set that enables customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, smaller size, lower power, and better reliability. With more than 4 billion devices shipped, SiTime is changing the timing industry. For more information, visit: .Job SummaryWe are seeking a Director, Infrastructure Hardware to lead the strategy, development, and delivery of system platforms supporting characterization, validation, ATE, and high-volume manufacturing of SiTime products. This role combines people leadership with end-to-end program ownership, driving cross-functional execution across design, test, product, operations, and external partners. The Director provides high-level system design direction and deep knowledge of hardware build, integration, and bring-up to ensure scalable, reliable, and cost-effective infrastructure platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesPeople Leadership & Team DevelopmentBuild, lead, and mentor a high-performing infrastructure hardware team; set clear goals, expectations, and development plansEstablish strong engineering practices (design reviews, documentation, change control, and risk management) to improve quality and predictabilityPartner with cross-functional leaders to define staffing plans, hiring priorities, onboarding, and team operating cadenceFoster a collaborative environment with clear communication, constructive feedback, and effective conflict resolutionProgram & Project Management (Delivery, Schedule, and Execution)Own end-to-end delivery of infrastructure hardware programs from concept through production release, including scope, schedule, budget, and resourcingDrive cross-functional planning and execution with Design, Test, Characterization, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain; communicate status, risks, and trade-offs to stakeholdersEstablish and manage project plans, milestones, and phase gatesProactively identify dependencies and bottlenecks; lead issue resolution and escalation to keep programs on trackHardware Platform Strategy, System Design & IntegrationSet technical direction for scalable infrastructure hardware platforms; translate business and engineering needs into system requirements and roadmapsProvide high-level system design guidance and ensure robust build, integration, bring-up, and validation plans across labs and manufacturing environmentsDrive make/buy decisions, supplier selection, and vendor strategy balancing performance, cost, quality, and supply continuityStandardize platforms and interfaces to improve reuse, reduce cycle time, and enable multi-product supportOperational Excellence (Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Management)Partner with Operations and Quality to drive reliability, compliance, and lifecycle management for infrastructure platformsManage infrastructure supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and drive continuous improvement with key manufacturing and test partnersDefine and track key metrics (cycle time, yield impact, uptime/availability, cost) to improve platform performance and operational efficiencyRequired QualificationsBS/MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience12+ years of experience delivering complex hardware systems, platforms, or infrastructure for lab, test, ATE, and/or manufacturing environments5+ years of people leadership experienceHigh-level system design capability with strong hands-on understanding of hardware build, integration, bring-up, debug, and validationExperience working with suppliers/contract manufacturersExcellent communication and influence skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience managing budgets, capital expenditures, and vendor contracts for lab/manufacturing infrastructureExperience leading globally distributed teams and working across time zonesBackground supporting semiconductor product development, characterization, validation, ATE, and high-volume manufacturing rampCompensation Range:At SiTime, we believe great work deserves great rewards. We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent. The annual base salary range for this role is $223,500.00 – $319,660.00. The final offer is determined by factors such as location, experience, education, and training.In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to the achievement of innovation goals—reflecting our commitment to recognizing meaningful impact. We also offer equity grants, providing a meaningful opportunity to share in the company’s future growth and success.Benefits offered: 401k plan, health and wellness that includes medical, dental, vision, life, parental leave, legal services, and time off plans.SiTime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We treat each person fairly and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment against anyone on the basis of any protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or marital status or other characteristics protected by law. SiTime participates in the E-Verify program.Learn More about SiTime: Review the Get to Know SiTime section of our career page to explore our culture, values, and what makes us unique. Innovation on Top – Philosophies of Innovation with Rajesh VashistFabrication Knowledge – An Interview with Rajesh VashistSiTime Corporation – YouTube#LI-SITIME