Director Technology Partnership

Openchip is a European Silicon Engineering Company, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. We aim to democratize the usage of Chips by developing Systems on Chip, SOCs, that combines RISC-V and accelerated chiplets for AI and HPC, everything interconnected with UCIe open interfaces. Our technologies will provide a value in multiple fields as Artificial Intelligence, Security and Privacy and Carbon Footprint Reduction. We are willing to change the Silicon Industry and help to build a more sustainable world, where collaboration and openness are by default. Our chips will be used in High Performance Computing, Autonomous Driving, Telecommunications, Personalized Medicine, Edge Computing and Cloud.

We can offer you an exciting career path in a multicultural and multinational environment where innovation, teamwork and trust are in our DNA. You will have the opportunity to learn from senior professionals, use the most advanced technologies to develop chips and participate in one of the most relevant technological projects in the European Union.

We are actively seeking a Director Technology Partnership.

About the function

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Director of Technology Partnerships to play a pivotal role in driving the success of our industry. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with key technology partners, fostering collaboration, and identifying and securing new opportunities that align with our company's strategic objectives.

Job responsibilities

The Director of Technology Partnerships duties will include following:

• Engage with technology partners and help during the process to win new designs: Proof of Concepts, testing samples of new CPUs, etc.
• Support the process of doing feasibility analysis.
• Identify and promote technology engagements that will generate the demand of the company silicon portfolio. These engagements may include Original Design Manufacturers (ODM), Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), Integrated Design Manufacturers (IDM), Telecommunications Equipment Vendors (TEM), Intellectual Property (IP) partners, etc. A "vision leader" and "achiever" personality will help him/her to accomplish his mission.

Skills

• A strong engineering background and an MBA will be a valuable asset.
• Between 8 to 12 years of solid experience as Account Executive / Relationship Manager / Sales Manager / Sales Engineer; inrelevant technology companies.
• Experience in any company focused on Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing, Cloud Computing, Data Centre, Network Virtualization, Communications, Cyber-Security, Internet of Things, Edge Computing, Technology Training, etc; would be valuable.
• Experience managing teams.
• Fluent in English is a must. Fluent in an additional language of the European Union is a must, preferably in Spanish, German, French or Italian. Swedish will be valued. If the candidate is not original from Spain, then intermediate Spanish will be desirable.

Soft Skills

• We are looking for team players that focus on the outcome of the team above the individual needs, with respect and honest challenge.
• Customer orientation and having a good ability to develop business relationships is a must.
• A "vision leader" and "achiever" personality will help you to accomplish your mission.
• The person must count with strong values and high level of ethics and integrity.

What do we offer?

• Join an innovative team and experience company growth.
• We believe in investing in our employees and providing them with the opportunities they need to grow and develop their careers.
• Enjoy a hybrid work environment.
• We also offer flexible schedule.
• We offer a remuneration that values your experience.
• Location: Barcelona (Spain) or Madrid (Spain) we are open to consider other European cities.

We are looking for outstanding people willing to join our mission to change this industry and help to build a better world.

If you feel identified with Openchip, please contact us. We can offer a competitive compensation package in a flexible work schema that will help you to keep a balance between your personal and professional life. 

At Openchip & Software Technologies S.L. , we believe a diverse and inclusive team is the key to groundbreaking ideas. We foster a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential – regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.