IP Licensing Manager (Technical Program Management)
About The Position
Join a small, highly collaborative team at the center of NXP’s semiconductor R&D organization. The team is responsible for sourcing, licensing, and managing third-party IP used in advanced SoCs across automotive, connectivity, and edge processing markets. You will work at the intersection of engineering, product strategy, and business decision-making, enabling the integration of external technologies into NXP products that power modern vehicles, connected devices, and industrial systems. As an IP Licensing Manager, you will contribute to the sourcing and integration of third-party semiconductor IP, supporting activities from IP evaluation through supplier selection, contracting, and delivery into silicon. You will work across technical and business domains, collaborating with architects, design engineers, product teams, legal, procurement, and finance to define requirements, evaluate IP solutions and suppliers, and support execution of licensing agreements. You will be expected to contribute based on your existing technical experience while continuously expanding your knowledge across IP domains and technical areas (e.g., design, integration, validation, and test) to enable more effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of experience in semiconductor development (design, verification, systems, or related areas)
- Experience working on cross-functional projects in a technical environment
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work across technical and non-technical domains
- Structured problem-solving and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to third-party IP development, evaluation, or integration in SoC programs
- Experience working with external suppliers or partners
- Familiarity with basic contract or licensing concepts
- Basic knowledge of cost modeling, financial analysis, or budgeting
Responsibilities
- Supporting IP sourcing activities, including third-party IP evaluation, benchmarking, and supplier assessment
- Contributing to technical aspects of supplier engagements, including requirements definition and technical negotiations
- Supporting Procurement in commercial negotiations through technical input, cost modeling, and analysis
- Coordinating supplier interactions, tracking progress, and supporting escalation management
- Assisting with financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting activities
- Supporting compliance with licensing agreements and internal governance processes
Benefits
- online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
