Senior Director Wide Bandgap Products

Senior Director Wide Bandgap (WBG) Products

Location: Lubbock, TX

Company: X-FAB

Position Summary: The Senior Director of Wide Bandgap (WBG) Products will lead the strategic development and profitable growth of the SiC (Silicon Carbide) and GaN (Gallium Nitride) product lines at X‑FAB. Reporting to the Site CEO in Lubbock for SiC and the Site CEO in Dresden for GaN, the Senior Director will position the product lines on a strong growth trajectory, leveraging market synergies between these two technologies.

• Develop and execute the business strategy for SiC and GaN technologies.
• Manage business creation and top‑line growth in coordination with the site CEOs to meet financial targets.
• Build and lead a high‑performing Business Unit team.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, marketing, and sales to drive product innovation and market adoption.
• Establish strategic partnerships and customer relationships to expand market presence.
• Monitor industry trends and competitive landscapes to inform business decisions.
• Prepare and present business performance reports to executive leadership.

• Deep understanding of power device technologies, markets, and applications (CMOS, SiC, or GaN) with >10 years’ experience in a semiconductor fabless, IDM, or automotive Tier 1.
• Proven experience managing P&L and leading global business units in the semiconductor industry.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Master’s degree in engineering or related field; MBA is an asset.

Work arrangement: This position may be performed hybrid or remotely. The role can be carried out from any U.S. state or from any member state of the European Union.

Contact: Mathilde Stenzel

Full‑time

Director

Product Management and Marketing;
Semiconductors