Job Description

We are seeking a Director of IP Licensing to serve as a key architect of SiFive’s commercial growth. Reporting to the SVP of Product, you will sit at the intersection of Product, Sales, and Legal to drive high‑value IP transactions and define the long‑term economic strategy for our CPU portfolio. You won't just manage deals; you will own the business model that scales SiFive’s footprint globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structuring of complex IP licensing deals.
• Partner with Sales, Product Management and Legal to develop bespoke commercial terms, incentive structures, and quotations that secure design wins while protecting SiFive’s long‑term interests.
• Own and evolve the multi‑year business plan for the IP business, incorporating market shifts and customer feedback to forecast revenue and identify new growth vectors.
• Innovate on pricing models, moving beyond standard licensing to address a wide range of cu...