Senior Engineering Manager: Manufacturing and Test Software Group

Description
Invent the future with us.
Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.
As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.
Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team - we’d love to have you apply!
About The Role
We are seeking a senior engineering manager to lead and centralize software development across all manufacturing and test operations. This role will define and scale the software platforms that support our global production environment, driving efficiency, quality, and innovation. You will unify dispersed software initiatives, establish a cohesive architecture, and integrate advanced capabilities such as AI/ML.
What you’ll achieve:
Strategic Leadership & Centralization

Define and execute a unified software strategy for all manufacturing and test engineering, with emphasis on centralization, standardization, and global alignment.
Consolidate multiple software efforts into a cohesive, high performing organization across US and international teams.
Establish a unified architecture and technology roadmap that supports scalable, reliable, and secure global manufacturing.
Implement best practices for development, deployment, operations, and lifecycle management.
Manage budgets, resources, and project portfolios to align with business priorities.
Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence.
Team Leadership & International Management

Build, lead, and develop a global software organization, including overseas engineers, architects, and data specialists.
Provide strong technical leadership and career development across geographically distributed teams.
Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and cross functional alignment across time zones and cultures.
Core Software Development & Integration

Oversee development and maintenance of scalable automation for test program creation, deployment, and optimization.
Lead the integration of AI/ML into manufacturing and test workflows, including predictive maintenance, yield and test‑time optimization, anomaly detection, and process control.
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with hardware, test, operations, quality, NPI, and IT teams to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions.
Communicate strategy, progress, and risk effectively to executive leadership.
Engage with external technology partners to evaluate and adopt best‑in‑class solutions.
About you:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
12+ years in software development with experience in manufacturing, test, or industrial automation.
6+ years managing software teams, including international or distributed teams.
Proven success leading large scale software centralization or standardization efforts.
Experience building software for test automation, MES, industrial automation, or data platforms.
Hands on experience applying AI/ML in manufacturing or industrial environments.
Technical Skills

Proficiency in relevant languages (e.g., Python, C#, C++, Java, LabVIEW).
Strong background in SQL/NoSQL databases and data warehousing.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps practices (CI/CD, Git).
Knowledge of ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit learn) and data analytics tools.
Leadership Skills

Strong strategic, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills across global teams.
Proven ability to drive change, manage complex programs, and deliver results in fast‑paced environments.
What We’ll Offer
At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, cash long-term incentive, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $225,500 and $338,500, except in the San Francisco Bay Area where the range is between $237,000 and $356,000.
Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life.
Benefit Highlights Include

Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401K retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.
Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work-life balance.
A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.
And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process.
Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.