Senior Technologist / Chief of Staff, Package Technology Development and Integration

Sandisk • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

This Senior Technologist who will serve as Chief of Staff to the Vice President of Package Technology Development and Integration is a strategic and operational leader responsible for driving execution, aligning cross-functional priorities, and enabling the success of the Packaging Engineering organization. This role requires a strong background in semiconductor packaging technologies, as well as the ability to navigate complex technical and business environments. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to the VP, ensuring that strategic initiatives are executed efficiently and effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field; advanced degree (MS or MBA) preferred.
• Greater than 10 years of experience in the semiconductor industry with a strong focus on Semiconductor Packaging Technologies.
• Demonstrated success in strategic or operational leadership roles within a technical organization.
• Deep understanding of semiconductor packaging processes, supply chain dynamics, and product development lifecycles.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• High emotional intelligence, discretion, and ability to influence across all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Chief of Staff role, Program Management, or Strategy role within a semiconductor or high-tech company.
• Proficiency with project management tools and platforms.
• Ability to synthesize complex technical and business information for executive decision-making.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Collaborate with the VP to define and drive strategic priorities, OKRs, and long-term goals.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives across R&D, operations, supply chain, and product development.
• Develop executive-level presentations, business reviews, and strategic updates.
• Operational Leadership
• Manage the operational rhythm of the Packaging Engineering organization, including weekly/quarterly updates, staff meetings, AHMs, QBRs, and leadership offsites.
• Help put together the organization’s Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and manage and track progress against the plan in close collaboration with the Finance team.
• Track key metrics related to program execution, technology readiness, and organizational performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance execution and collaboration.
• Executive Enablement
• Act as a proxy for the VP in meetings and communications, ensuring alignment and follow-through.
• Manage the VP’s strategic calendar, priorities, and communications.
• Serve as a liaison between the VP and internal/external stakeholders.
• Team & Culture Development
• Support organizational design, talent development, and change management efforts.
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and the Sandisk's Savings 401(k) Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees