Senior Or Principal Product Manager, Texas Institute For Electronics
Texas Institute For Electronics (TIE) is a transformative, well-funded semiconductor foundry venture combining the agility of a startup with the scale of a national initiative.
A key part of our mission is to advance the state of the art in 3D heterogeneous integration (3DHI), chiplet-based architectures, and multi-component microsystemscatalyzing breakthroughs across microelectronics, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, high-performance computing, and next-generation healthcare devices.
Backed by $1.4 billion in combined funding from DARPA, Texas state initiatives, and strategic partners, we are building foundational capabilities in advanced packaging and integrated design infrastructure to restore U.S. leadership in microelectronics manufacturing.
Our 3DHI and chiplet integration platforms integrate novel thermal management and advanced interconnect solutions to deliver unprecedented performance and energy efficiency. Operating at the intersection of defense electronics and commercial markets, TIE offers a rare opportunity to reimagine an industry from the ground up and build transformative products with global impact.
UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include :
- Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
- Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
- Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
- Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs : Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
- Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
- Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
- Tuition assistance
- Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
- Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
- Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
The purpose of this role is to drive the product strategy and roadmap for TIE's advanced 2.5D / 3D microsystems integration platforms, ensuring alignment between engineering execution, market needs, and business objectives. By serving as the bridge between technical teams and customer requirements, you will facilitate cross-functional collaboration and strategic partnerships to enhance product success and industry presence.
Responsibilities include :
Owning the product strategy and roadmap for TIE's advanced 2.5D / 3D microsystems integration platforms, aligning engineering execution with market needs and business objectives.Authoring and maintaining comprehensive Product Requirements Documents (PRDs) that guide TIE's process development, EDA integration, and packaging engineering teams.Driving cross-functional collaboration across internal teamsincluding packaging R&D, process engineering, design automation, and product marketingto ensure product features and releases are cohesive and aligned with overall strategy.Engaging closely with customers and industry partners to align our capabilities with evolving industry needs.Serving as a technical champion for 2.5D / 3D integrationleveraging your deep understanding of advanced packaging technologies to guide internal decision-making.Developing and executing detailed program plans covering scope, schedules, risk mitigation, resource allocation, and customer communication.Creating technical documentation and collateral that support customer design teams and highlight the unique value of TIE's technologies.Monitoring advanced packaging market trends and competitive developments to provide actionable insights.Championing a culture of accountability and transparency across all product workstreams.Other related functions as assigned.Required qualifications include :
Education : BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.Industry experience : 5+ years of experience in semiconductor packaging, microsystems integration, or related microelectronics product development, with a deep understanding of the advanced packaging ecosystem and market trends.Technical expertise : Proven expertise in advanced packaging technologies and heterogeneous integration techniques.Process & EDA familiarity : Working knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes and electronic design automation flows.Exceptional communication skills.Startup DNA.Execution mindset.Location : Austin, Texas is preferred.Preferred qualifications include :
Advanced Degree : MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.Program Leadership : Proven program management chops.Vendor / Partner Management : Experience working directly with subcontractors, vendors, or external partners.Industry Background : Prior experience at a leading semiconductor foundry or packaging house.Ready to make your mark? If you're excited to push the boundaries of microsystems innovation and lead ambitious programs with industry-shaping partners, let's talk. Help build the future of microelectronics with TIE.