Principal GSM for Advanced Silicon Procurement

1 week ago


Mountain View, Arkansas, United States Waymo Full time

Waymo is at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, dedicated to becoming the most reliable driver. Originating from the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has concentrated on developing the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to enhance mobility access while significantly reducing traffic-related fatalities. The Waymo Driver facilitates Waymo One, a fully autonomous ride-hailing service, and is adaptable to various vehicle platforms and applications. With extensive experience, the Waymo Driver has completed over one million rider-only trips, having autonomously navigated tens of millions of miles on public roads and simulated tens of billions of miles across more than 13 U.S. states.

Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams are pivotal in transforming future technology into reality. We oversee all production processes and supplier development strategies, encompassing contracts, purchasing, design improvements for manufacturing, quality assurance, and timely delivery. Our collaboration with Waymo engineering teams and external suppliers ensures that all products meet specifications and are delivered promptly to satisfy our growing business demands.

In this position, you will report directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain manufacturing, quality assurance, finance, and other Waymo teams.
  • Facilitate communication between suppliers and Engineering/Supply Chain.
  • Develop and implement the Sourcing Strategy for your designated area, fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Lead intricate ASIC costing and contract negotiations with silicon partners.
  • Engage and communicate with Executives, both internally and externally.
  • Identify, cultivate, negotiate, and manage existing and future manufacturing partnerships for both short-term and long-term needs.
  • Oversee relationships and daily operations with our silicon foundry, OSAT, and IP licensing partners.
  • Work closely with manufacturing partners to manage new supplier onboarding, development builds, risk mitigation, and scaling.
  • Conduct scheduling, capacity, and supply planning to align with development and production requirements.
  • Assess technical and business risks through data-driven analysis and formulate effective risk mitigation strategies.
  • Execute cost modeling, negotiation, and implementation of part and sub-assembly cost strategies.
Your Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Over 10 years of experience in Sourcing Management or Supply Chain Management within technology sourcing roles.
  • Experience in Supply Chain Management, specifically managing foundry and OSAT suppliers.
  • Proven track record in complex negotiations and agreements with foundry/OSAT supply chains, IP licensing suppliers, and specialized agreement structures.
  • Comprehensive understanding of cost models encompassing all foundry and packaging stages, margins, and pricing.
  • Experience in enhancing supply chain and supplier performance, utilizing cost models and objective-based performance metrics in CM, ODM, and OEM environments.
  • Proficient in contract negotiation, with experience in tracking and negotiating component and module-level costs.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with industrial design, development, legal, and operations teams.
  • Deep knowledge of the High-tech Silicon/Semiconductor industry with over 10 years of relevant experience.
  • International experience with the ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with high-performance computers/servers and/or automotive sectors.
  • Experience managing Silicon vendors, Semiconductor Components, Software, and Services.
  • Background in multinational environments, driven by achieving world-class objectives.
  • Master's degree or MBA.


The anticipated base salary range for this full-time position is outlined below. Actual starting compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo's discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and comprehensive Company benefits program, subject to eligibility criteria.

Salary Range:

$270,000 - $292,000 USD

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