SMTS - Global Asset Performance IDM Strategy Lead

GLOBALFOUNDRIES US Inc.

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Singapore Until 8/22/2026 5+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted May 29, 2026 Last posted May 29, 2026
Job description
Introduction
We are seeking a Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS) – Module Engineering to lead the development and execution of our global Integrated Device Manufacturing (IDM) strategy. This highly visible role sits within our Global Asset Productivity team, connecting five world-class fabs and driving global standardization, material harmonization, and strategic initiatives. You will influence decisions at the highest levels, collaborate across engineering, procurement, quality, and ensure our roadmap delivers on cost, quality, and productivity goals. If you thrive in complex, cross-functional environments and want to shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Your Role
• Develop and maintain an IDM roadmap aligned with business objectives
• Drive innovative solutions to IDM spending reduction
• Work with cross function teams to address yield improvement, excursions and best practices across fabs
• Lead the Global Material Selection program, defining the future roadmap of new materials
• Drive measurable improvements in cost across module engineering.
• Apply cost-of-ownership and benchmarking strategies to optimize spend
• Build and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers and procurement teams.
• Influence decisions across engineering, procurement, and finance teams.
• Communicate effectively with executives through data-driven presentations and strategic insights
• Develop global tools to provide measurement and visibility to all factors of IDM usage and spending
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements
• Work and collaborate other projects and/or assignments as needed.
Required Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.
Requires a technical (University) degree
BS + 8-10 years of experience or
MS + 7 or more years or
PhD + 5 or more years
Increased knowledge plus broader technical knowledge in areas outside of his or her area of expertise

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry 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

Introduction

We are seeking a Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS) – Module Engineering to lead the development and execution of our global Integrated Device Manufacturing (IDM) strategy. This highly visible role sits within our Global Asset Productivity team, connecting five world-class fabs and driving global standardization, material harmonization, and strategic initiatives. You will influence decisions at the highest levels, collaborate across engineering, procurement, quality, and ensure our roadmap delivers on cost, quality, and productivity goals. If you thrive in complex, cross-functional environments and want to shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Your Role

  • Develop and maintain an IDM roadmap aligned with business objectives

  • Drive innovative solutions to IDM spending reduction

  • Work with cross function teams to address yield improvement, excursions and best practices across fabs

  • Lead the Global Material Selection program, defining the future roadmap of new materials

  • Drive measurable improvements in cost across module engineering.

  • Apply cost-of-ownership and benchmarking strategies to optimize spend

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers and procurement teams. 

  • Influence decisions across engineering, procurement, and finance teams.

  • Communicate effectively with executives through data-driven presentations and strategic insights

  • Develop global tools to provide measurement and visibility to all factors of IDM usage and spending                                                                                                           

  • Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements

  • Work and collaborate other projects and/or assignments as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.

  • Requires a technical (University) degree

  • BS + 8-10 years of experience or

  • MS + 7 or more years or

  • PhD + 5 or more years

  • Increased knowledge plus broader technical knowledge in areas outside of his or her area of expertise

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia

 

About this role

Summary

Lead IDM strategy, reduce costs, optimize materials, collaborate globally, influence executive decisions.

Job title

SMTS - Global Asset Performance IDM Strategy Lead

Experience level

8-10 years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

semiconductor

Location requirements

Singapore, remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

technical degreeproject managementcost analysisstrategic planningcollaboration

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

manufacturingsemiconductorstrategic planningcost reductionmaterial management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Singapore

Work arrangement unknown City