About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors the world relies on to live, work and connect. We innovate and partner with customers to deliver more power-efficient, high-performance products for high-growth markets. With our global manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe, and Asia, we are a trusted and reliable source for customers around the world.

Summary of Role:

Drive negotiations and the contracting process, including execution and post-execution management of new technology agreements, in areas related to semiconductor manufacturing process technology, EDA and design IP, and product design; provide advice related to the above.

The role exists within the IP Legal and Technology Agreements group, reporting to the Principal Lead, Technology Agreements.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with GF’s business and technical teams on the objectives for the agreement and closely with IP/technology law attorneys on the legal terms and negotiation of the agreement.
• Agreement types include technology development agreements, technology in-license and out license agreements, consortia and university agreements, government agreements, and M&A and divestiture deals

Other Responsibilities:

• The work is complex, requiring the ability to understand and operate at the intersection of GF’s technologies, business objectives, and technology law objectives. 
• The role requires the ability to identify issues and problem solve, and the ability to work effectively with different stakeholders across all departments within the company and with third parties.
• The role requires the ability to lead multidisciplinary projects and initiatives having a high impact on the company’s future success.

Required Qualifications:

• A solid understanding of the semiconductor foundry business including an understanding of GF’s business, operations, and technologies, as well as those of our ecosystem partners (such as tool vendors, material and IP suppliers, development partners, and customers).
• Prior experience in the semiconductor industry.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• B.S. or higher degree in engineering, a physical science, or mathematics; a J.D. is not required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in drafting and negotiating technology agreements (e.g. technology in-licenses, out-licenses, development agreements).

Expected Salary Range

$83,100.00 - $147,800.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.