Senior Manager, Silicon Sourcing

Microsoft

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Work type
On-site
Location
US
Salary
$119,800–$234,700 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Closes
Dec 16, 2026

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Below market

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Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

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TL;DR · Senior Manager, Silicon Sourcing

As a Sourcing Engineering IC4 at Microsoft, you will join the Azure hardware team to drive competitive advantages through custom silicon development. Your responsibilities include contributing to sourcing strategies and fostering partnerships with semiconductor suppliers such as Foundry, OSAT, Substrate, and Test. You will also manage cost negotiations, procurement of manufacturing test hardware, and ensure supplier selection processes meet engineering requirements. Additionally, you will assist in forecasting and operational aspects of the team, including regular business reviews and reporting. Preferred qualifications include experience in technical sourcing for custom silicon development, understanding of semiconductor technologies, and expertise in market analysis and should-cost modeling. This role requires a Master’s degree plus 3 years or Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years in related fields or equivalent experience.

What you'll do

  • Contribute to custom silicon sourcing strategy by aligning technology with engineering teams.
  • Foster high-performing relationships with semiconductor ecosystem suppliers' senior leaders.
  • Ensure supplier selection and component qualification meet all engineering and business requirements.
  • Assist in procurement of manufacturing test hardware for custom silicon programs.
  • Drive consistency in forecasting processes to meet industry requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Master's degree in a relevant field and 3+ years of procurement experience, or Bachelor's degree and 4+ years.
  • Experience working with semiconductor suppliers in Foundry, OSAT, Substrate, and Test.
  • Direct experience in technical sourcing for custom silicon development.
  • Understanding of custom silicon design, process, physical signaling, and packaging technologies.
  • Ability to drive alignment between supply chain, planning, and engineering teams.

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