Head of Systems Architecture & Integration

Your role

As the Head of Systems Architecture & Integration within the Semiconductor Division (SUN) at Edwards, your key mission is to be accountable for driving end-to-end technical alignment across the abatement portfolio, ensuring that R&D roadmaps, architectures, and integration strategies translate into coherent, executable, and value-driven outcomes across programmes. 

In this role you will:

• Own the development, alignment, and maintenance of a single integrated R&D roadmap (12–36 months) across platforms, subsystems, controls, and software
• Define and drive adoption of target architectures, standard interfaces, and modularity strategies, balancing commonality vs differentiation
• Act as the technical integrator across programmes, ensuring roadmap intent is consistently translated into programme execution
• Identify and resolve cross-company conflicts, duplication, and gaps, driving outcomes through prioritisation and escalation where required
• Lead early-stage integration planning, ensuring interface definitions, dependencies, and system-level risks are understood before programme maturity (pre-G3/G5)
•Establish and govern technical standards (interfaces, comms, safety architecture, diagnostics, data models) to enable reuse and interoperability
• Facilitate and lead system-level trade-offs (performance, cost, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, sustainability)
•Create and drive cross-functional working groups / tiger teams to deliver integrated solutions and resolve critical issues
•Translate customer, regulatory, and service requirements into clear, aligned technical direction across all participating organisations
•Provide clear, decision-ready outputs to leadership (options, trade-offs, recommendations) and drive decisions to closure

This position will report to VP, Engineering - Abatement & Systems

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Education

•  Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Systems or similar); Master’s preferred

Experience and Knowledge:
•    Strong experience in semiconductor equipment or complex engineered systems 
•    Proven track record in cross-functional or multi-organisation technical leadership 
•    Experience delivering or governing R&D roadmaps and system architectures 

Deep understanding of:

• System integration challenges
• Interface definition and dependency management
• NPI / stage-gate processes and failure modes
• Experience working across global engineering teams and matrix organisations
• Strong appreciation of commercial drivers

Skills:

• Strong influencing and constructive challenge capability at senior levels
• Ability to drive alignment and decisions in ambiguous environment
• Excellent structured problem-solving and facilitation skill
• Ability to simplify complex technical topics into clear executive communication
• Strong ownership mindset with focus on outcomes, not activity

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability that empowers you to make impactful decisions and drive innovation.
• Lifelong learning and career growth opportunities supported by tailored development programs and mentorship.
• Engagement in cutting-edge projects at the forefront of vacuum technology innovation, collaborating with global experts.
• Comprehensive compensation package aligned with your skills and experience, alongside attractive benefits including health and wellness initiatives.

Job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our Product Companies based in Korea, China, UK.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team Contact: Natalie Clark