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About the Role

Ambiq is seeking a Vice President of Information Technology to lead and transform our global IT & Cybersecurity function. This executive will serve as the primary architect of our technology infrastructure, enterprise systems, and digital strategy, enabling the company to scale efficiently. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role for a strategic thinker who is comfortable setting long-term IT vision and driving execution. You will own IT operations end-to-end, spanning all of Ambiq’s global sites.

Responsibilities

Define and execute a global IT roadmap.
Lead digital transformation initiatives that drive operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the speed of decision-making.
Partner with the CEO and executive leadership to identify and prioritize technology investments with measurable ROI.
Build and maintain an IT governance framework.
Oversee the design, deployment, and management of enterprise IT infrastructure.
Establish and enforce a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy.
Drive reliability, scalability, and performance across all IT systems.
Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing.
Ensure SOX IT General Controls (ITGCs) are designed, implemented, and operating effectively.
Own the lifecycle of enterprise systems, including ERP, CRM, PLM, and collaboration platforms.
Partner with Finance, HR, Operations, and Engineering to ensure business systems are optimized.
Lead evaluations and implementations of new systems or replacements.
Inspire and cultivate followership by leading with vision, authenticity, and purpose.
Recruit and develop a high-performing IT team.
Coach and mentor IT staff with intentionality.
Model the standard: demonstrate the mindset, work ethic, and values expected of the team.
Build cross-functional relationships that elevate the IT team's reputation.
Manage IT budget and vendor relationships with strategic discipline.
Build a vendor management framework anchored in SLA compliance, performance accountability, and strategic alignment.
Continuously evaluate the vendor portfolio for fit, capability, and cost-efficiency.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 8 years in a senior IT leadership role (Director, VP, or CIO).
Demonstrated success leading IT functions in semiconductor, EDA, hardware, or related technology industries.
Proven track record of leading digital transformation and driving measurable business outcomes through technology.
Experience managing and developing teams in a fast-paced, growth-stage environment with globally distributed teams across the US, Asia, and Europe.
Strong executive communication skills — able to translate technical complexity into strategic business value.
Experience with IT vendor negotiation, contract management, and budget stewardship.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas (now or in the future) for this role.

Skills

Deep expertise in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Experience in a fabless semiconductor or IP licensing company.
Familiarity with EDA tools, IP management, or semiconductor design workflows.
AI Enablement

Location

NW Austin

Work Type

On-site

Experience Level

15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience
at least 8 years in a senior IT leadership role (Director, VP, or CIO)

Education Level

MBA or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
CISSP, CISM, PMP, or equivalent professional certifications

About the Company

Ambiq is on a mission to enable intelligence everywhere — powering the AI edge revolution with the world's lowest-power semiconductor solutions.
Built on our proprietary sub- and near-threshold technology, our chips deliver multi-fold improvements in energy efficiency without costly process scaling.
Since 2010, we've shipped over 300 million units to customers building smarter wearables, medical devices, IoT products, and AI-powered edge applications.
Our cross-functional teams span design, research, development, production, marketing, sales, and operations across Austin, Hsinchu, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore.
We move fast, tackle hard problems, and create space for people to grow through complex, meaningful work that shapes the future of technology.
We're looking for self-motivated, creative problem-solvers who are eager to push technological limits and make a real impact in energy efficiency.
At Ambiq, we live by five values: Innovate. Collaborate. Focus. Learn. Achieve.
If that's you, join us — the intelligence everywhere revolution starts here.