Shawn Kermanchi

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ABOUT SHAWN KERMANCHI

Executive Leader in Engineering/Management with expertise in the competitive field of digital mobile communication and personal computer semiconductors. Proven track record of building and mentoring Engineering Teams in defining, developing, and delivering multiple generations of products from first-to-market to multiple follow-on’s. Spearhead creation of new sources of revenue. Drive operational efficiency, product cost reduction and margin improvement.• Lead engineering teams on multi-site, multiple parallel ASIC and IP development projects. Achieve the highest performance/power/area metrics and drive innovation in architecture, design and methodology.• Product ownership from concept and architectural definition through to development, manufacturing, and customer production ramp/sustaining. Strive to provide the highest level of customer support. • Strategic planning and product roadmap development in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Adapt and perform rapid tactical adjustments required in highly dynamic and competitive market conditions. • Project/Program Management in collaboration with marketing, sales and engineering teams(HW, SW, QA, Competitive Analysis, Board Development, Test & production, Customer & Field Application). Interfacing with Third Party IP Providers, EDA Tool Vendors, Component Suppliers, Certification Organizations, Semiconductor Manufacturing Companies and Customers.• Manage multi-million dollar budgets, contract/license negotiations with vendors and technology partners.• Site management from expense review to construction project oversight, audit and certification process, R&D tax credit, site representation during official visits (Mayor of Markham, US Ambassador, US Consul General).