Technical Sr Director, Chemistry Delivery Solutions

 Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car, and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!  

UCT is looking for a talented Technical Sr Director to join us in Hayward, CA!

The Sr. Director, Technology drives technology strategy, product roadmaps, and customer engagement for chemistry solutions supporting semiconductor deposition and removal processes. This role partners with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and key customers to accelerate growth, expand market share, and deliver innovative solutions. The position leads product development initiatives, prioritizes technology investments, and aligns roadmaps with customer and market requirements. Through strategic account engagement, competitive analysis, and co-innovation partnerships, the Sr. Director advances new product commercialization, speeds time-to-market, and strengthens the company’s competitive position and profitability. 

 Key Responsibilities

Market Strategy & Growth 

• Develop and execute product strategies to achieve revenue, margin and share growth.
• Drive customer engagement with strategic accounts to become their co-innovation partner.
• Establish value propositions, drive value capture and margin expansion.
• Assess competitive landscape, industry trends, and emerging technologies to guide decisions.
• Support major business development initiatives and new customer acquisition efforts.
• Drive strategic account penetration and content expansion opportunities.

 Product & Technology Leadership 

• Lead product roadmap development aligned with customer technology inflections and market requirements.
• New product development (NPD), introduction (NPI), and transfer (NPT) programs.
• Prioritize investments into new technologies, capabilities, and innovation initiatives.
• Drive speed-to-market and qualification success for strategic programs.

 Qualifications 

Education 

• Master or PhD in Engineering or related discipline.

Experience 

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in semiconductor equipment, advanced manufacturing, wet process technologies.
• Demonstrated success managing R&D, product development programs.
• Experience leading multi-functional teams including Product Management, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales.
• Experience working directly with semiconductor ecosystem related to ALD, ALE, and related deposition and removal processes.

Competency 

• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Executive presence and customer-facing leadership.
• Product and technology commercialization expertise.
• Data-driven decision-making capability.
• Ability to execute in a fast-paced, global environment.

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations. 

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $223,800.00 and $260,000.00 /year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including variable pay and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO (Paid Time Off) and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these additional compensation and benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.  

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.