Pre-Silicon Quality Manager

Chips Talk, We Listen 

proteanTecs is a game-changing startup that's giving advanced electronics the power to report on their own health. In a digital world built for autonomous driving, cloud computing, and AI, we depend on computing systems daily. But how can we guarantee their safety, reliability and functionality? proteanTecs is the first-ever company to provide visibility into next-gen chips while they are operating, based on the power of on-chip monitoring, machine learning, and data analytics. 

Here at proteanTecs, you'll be part of a team that's unlocking deep insights to make electronics more reliable, efficient, and high-quality. We're trusted by industry leaders in data centers, automotive, communications, and consumer devices – we work with the world's largest and most notable companies in tech. 

Why proteanTecs is a great place to work: 

• Fast-paced and impactful: We're a mission-driven startup, so you'll tackle new challenges daily, wear many hats, and see your work directly influence the future of electronics. 
• Supportive company culture: Learn from the best. Our 200+ team members are experts in their field with a proven track record of success, and they're committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. 
• International presence: We're a multinational company with a diverse team across multiple locations around the globe. You'll collaborate on projects with international impact, gaining a global perspective of the tech industry. 
• Work with industry leaders: Our solutions are used by the biggest names in tech. You'll be part of the team creating the next generation of groundbreaking products. 
• Cutting-edge playground: We use the latest machine learning, platforms, and tools to push boundaries and achieve breakthroughs. 
• Real-world impact: Our work keeps data centers, cars, and other critical systems running smoothly. Your work will directly contribute to safer, more reliable electronics. 
• We are here for the win: Backed by industry veterans and leading investors, we offer a stable and secure work environment with plenty of room for growth. 

proteanTecs is looking for a We are looking for an experienced Pre-Silicon Quality Manager to lead quality initiatives across our R&D organization, working closely with chip design, verification, and Application Engineering teams.

In this role you will be focused on engineering quality across the pre-silicon development lifecycle, ensuring robust development processes, strong verification practices, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate combines technical experience in RTL / chip design environments with the ability to partner with engineering teams, influence stakeholders, and promote a strong quality culture across the organization.

Requirements

• B.Sc. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in the semiconductor and chip design domain (pre-silicon, RTL, verification, or related)
• Experience in engineering quality, development quality, product quality, or similar roles
• Strong understanding of pre-silicon development lifecycles and chip design flows
• Solid knowledge of RTL design, verification, and validation methodologies
• Proven ability to define and manage quality gates, release criteria, KPIs, and engineering metrics
• Experience defining and governing engineering development processes and quality frameworks
• Experience performing defect analysis, trend analysis, and data-driven quality improvements
• Experience managing defect lifecycle, issue escalation, and cross-team problem resolution
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and influence engineering teams without direct authority
• Experience collaborating across R&D, verification, Application Engineering, and other cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with engineering development methodologies and lifecycle management practices
• Experience working with engineering workflow and issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira or similar)
• Strong analytical thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Advantages

• Experience with ISO 9001 or ISO 26262
• Technical background in:
• RTL design
• Verilog (Vlog)
• EDA tools
• Design and verification flows
• Circuits and electrical fundamentals
• Experience working directly with customers (requirements gathering, escalations, onboarding, or support)

Responsibilities

• Lead quality initiatives across the pre-silicon development lifecycle
• Define and implement quality gates and release criteria for chip development milestones
• Promote a shift-left approach to improve early defect detection during design and verification
• Define, implement, and improve engineering quality processes and development frameworks
• Lead escape analysis, root cause investigations, and lessons learned to prevent recurrence of issues
• Define and track quality KPIs, engineering metrics, and dashboards to support data-driven decision making
• Perform defect analytics and trend analysis to identify systemic issues and improvement opportunities
• Manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and monitor effectiveness of implemented actions
• Improve development, verification, and release processes across engineering teams
• Identify and manage engineering quality risks throughout the development lifecycle
• Drive cross-organizational continuous improvement initiatives across engineering teams
• Partner with RTL design, verification, and Application Engineering teams to strengthen product quality and reliability
• Support and improve quality processes that enable smooth customer onboarding, efficient integration, and reliable use of the Pre-Silicon solution
• Improve issue management processes and feedback loops between engineering, AE, and customer-facing teams
• Promote quality culture and engineering best practices across the organization

Personal skills