Program Manager/ ODC Manager - Semiconductor Equipment

Key Responsibilities- Establish and scale an Offshore Development Center (ODC) from the ground up. Define ODC governance, delivery processes, KPIs, resource planning, and operational excellence. Build and mentor cross-functional teams including Software Architects, Technical Leads, Developers, QA, DevOps, and Business Analysts. Drive end-to-end program execution, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, quality, and budget. Act as the primary customer interface, managing stakeholder communication and executive reviews. Develop hiring strategies, onboarding plans, competency development, and succession planning. Manage risks, dependencies, change requests, and escalation handling. Ensure compliance with customer quality standards, security policies, and engineering best practices. Collaborate with global teams across onsite and offshore locations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, automation, productivity, and innovation. Work Experience- 15 years of experience in software engineering/program management, with significant experience in the Semiconductor Equipment domain. Proven experience in setting up and scaling Offshore Development Centers (ODCs). Strong understanding of semiconductor equipment software, factory automation, and manufacturing workflows. Experience with SECS/GEM, GEM300 (E30, E37, E39, E40, E84, E87, E90, etc.), equipment integration, and factory automation. Experience managing multiple projects and geographically distributed teams. Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models. Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and program governance. Strong leadership with the ability to mentor and grow engineering teams. Preferred Technical Skills- Java, C#, C++, Python, or similar technologies. Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), DevOps, CI/CD. SQL/NoSQL databases. Kafka, REST APIs, gRPC, microservices. Experience with equipment communication protocols and industrial automation. Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field. PMP, PgMP, Agile, or Scrum certifications are desirable. Key Competencies ODC setup and scaling Strategic planning Customer relationship management Delivery excellence People leadership and mentoring Risk and financial management Semiconductor domain expertise Executive communication Continuous improvement mindset