Job Title:

Network Deployment Lead – Mergers & Acquisitions

About Global Foundries

Global Foundries is aleading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, Global Foundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com

Position Summary

The Network Deployment Lead – Mergers & Acquisitions is responsible for planning, designing, and executing network infrastructure deployments for new, acquired, or refitted facilities as part of M&A activities. This role ensures seamless integration of network systems while maintaining enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

Network Deployment & Integration

• Lead end-to-end network deployment for new, acquired, and renovated facilities.

• Conduct assessments of acquired environments and identify risks and gaps.

• Develop and execute integration plans including LAN/WAN, wireless, security, and telecom.

• Standardize network architecture across sites.

Project Leadership

• Serve as the technical lead for network deliverables within M&A programs.

• Collaborate with PMO to define scope, timelines, and resource needs.

• Coordinate internal teams and vendors for deployment execution.

• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies.

Technical Architecture & Engineering

• Create network designs, deployment guides, and configuration templates.

• Validate alignment with security and compliance standards.

• Oversee installation and configuration of network hardware.

• Ensure testing, failover validation, and migration planning.

Operational Handoff & Support

• Transition integrated facilities to operations teams.

• Provide documentation and troubleshooting guides.

• Improve processes for future integrations.

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.

• 7+ years in network engineering or infrastructure deployment.

• Experience leading network integrations for M&A or facility buildouts.

• Expertise in LAN/WAN, routing/switching, firewalls, wireless, SD-WAN, and VPN.

• Strong understanding of network security.

• Excellent communication skills.

Qualifications – Preferred

• Experience in global multi-site environments.

• Cloud networking familiarity.

• Certifications: CCNP, CCDP, CCIE, etc.

• Experience in M&A integration teams.

Competencies

• Technical Leadership

• Collaboration

• Problem Solving

• Project Management

• Vendor Coordination

• Documentation Skills

• Adaptability

Working Conditions

• Hybrid or on-site depending on project needs.

• Local and international travel as required

Global Foundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with Global Foundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

To ensure that we maintain a safe and healthy workplace for our Global Foundries employees, please note that offered candidates who have applied for jobs in India will have to be fully vaccinated prior to their targeted start date. For new hires, the appointment is contingent upon the provision of a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination document, subject to any written request for medical or religious accommodation.

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/about-us/careers/opportunities-asia