Global Director, Field Applications Engineering (FAE)

Job description

The Allegro team is united by a clear purpose—advancing technologies that make the world safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. With over 30 years of experience in semiconductor innovation, we bring that purpose to life across every part of the business—from breakthrough product development and customer success to how we show up for each other and the communities we serve. The Opportunity As Allegro's Director of Worldwide Field Application Engineering, you will be responsible for leading the company's global FAE organization to drive technical solutions, maximize customer design wins, and ensure technical expertise is scaled globally across all regions. You will be a strategic leader who ensures optimal customer assistance and accelerates socket identification to drive revenue growth. What You Will Do Strategic Leadership Create and implement an operating strategy for the global FAE organization to align with corporate goals, regional sales strategies, and customer success initiatives Establish a vision for technical excellence that differentiates Allegro in the automotive and industrial semiconductor markets Drive the "One Allegro" philosophy by ensuring technical resources are deployed efficiently across high-priority global accounts Build, train, and develop a high-performing, globally distributed team of FAEs, ensuring technical expertise and capability are scaled across all regions (North America, Europe, Japan, Korea) Foster a culture of continuous learning and mentorship to maintain a best-in-class technical support organization Build strong relationships with regional sales leadership and ensure FAE teams are integrated as strategic partners in regional account management and growth plans Identify and develop regional technical leaders capable of operating independently while aligned to global strategy; build bench strength for succession planning Coordinate technical resource allocation and expertise sharing across regions to support complex, multi-regional customer projects and accelerate deal closure Partner closely with each Product Business Unit leadership to ensure FAE strategy aligns with product roadmaps, go-to-market plans, and revenue forecasts Lead technical training initiatives for sales teams, channel partners, and customers; ensure readiness on new products, capabilities, and best practices Serve as a bridge between field-based technical experts and corporate technical strategy, ensuring field insights shape innovation and product development What You Will Bring Required Experience & Expertise 15+ years of progressive experience in pre- and post-sales Field Applications Engineering Minimum 7+ years of hands-on leadership experience building, developing, and managing large, globally distributed technical teams Demonstrated semiconductor industry experience Proven track record of successfully managing technical teams across multiple regions and cultures with different business practices and customer requirements Track record of identifying, developing, and closing design-win and design-in opportunities in automotive, industrial, or similar high-reliability markets Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders (C-suite, Board) and drive alignment across different functional groups and regions Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation); ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences (engineers, business leaders, customers, analysts) Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills; ability to navigate complex, ambiguous situations and drive to resolution Data-driven approach to decision-making with experience in sales funnel analysis, technical performance reporting, and business intelligence Personal Attributes Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a focus on execution and results Willingness and ability to travel globally to support regional operations (20-30% travel, including quarterly visits to Europe, Japan, and Korea) Proactive mindset with demonstrated ability to anticipate customer needs and market changes Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple regions and functions Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical field; advanced degree (Master's or MBA) preferred Previous experience at a semiconductor company with automotive/industrial focus Executive presence and track record of influence at C-suite level Experience with SAP, Salesforce, or other enterprise systems Why Allegro? Join Allegro and become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. We foster a culture of Real Innovation , empowering you to push boundaries, develop cutting-edge solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Your work will create a Real Impact by solving complex real-world challenges that fuel our success and shape the future of technology. You’ll experience Real Connection , collaborating with talented colleagues around the globe in an environment built on trust, respect, and a shared purpose. Join us—and help build what’s next. At Allegro, we are committed to providing a harassment-free environment of mutual respect to fuel innovation through inclusive thought collaboration. Allegro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, parental status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Allegro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Eligible applicants must reside in a state where Allegro currently has an office location: This includes New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Texas, and Michigan. Certain positions (such as field sales roles) may be exempt from this requirement.