Matt Johnson is the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Silicon Labs, a leading provider of silicon, software, and solutions for a smarter, more connected world. He took on the role of CEO in January 2022 after serving as President of the company. Johnson has been with Silicon Labs since 2018, where he initially led the IoT products division as Senior Vice President and General Manager. His leadership is driving the company’s growth in the semiconductor industry, particularly in the areas of IoT and smart connectivity.
Who is the CEO of Silicon Labs?
Matt Johnson is a seasoned executive in the semiconductor industry, with a career spanning over two decades. Before joining Silicon Labs, Johnson held several senior leadership positions at companies like NXP Semiconductors and Freescale Semiconductor. His expertise in product management and development, particularly in automotive microcontrollers (MCUs) and processors, has been instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of Silicon Labs. Johnson’s vision and leadership continue to position Silicon Labs as a key player in the evolving tech landscape.
Work History
- Silicon Labs: President and CEO since January 2022
- Silicon Labs: President from January 2021 to January 2022
- Silicon Labs: Senior Vice President and General Manager, IoT Products from January 2018 to January 2021
- Novanta Inc.: Member of the Board of Directors since January 2024
- Dell Children's Medical Center Foundation: Board of Trustees since January 2019
- NXP Semiconductors: Senior Vice President and General Manager - Product Lines and Software, Auto MCU and Processors from January 2015 to January 2018
- Freescale Semiconductor: Vice President and General Manager - Auto MCU & Processors from January 2013 to January 2015
- Fairchild Semiconductor: Senior Vice President and General Manager - Mobile Solutions from January 2010 to January 2013
- Fairchild Semiconductor: Vice President - Signal Path from January 2006 to January 2010
- Fairchild Semiconductor: Sr Product Line Director - Interface Product Line from January 2003 to January 2006
Education History
Matt Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering Technology from the University of Maine. Additionally, he has completed executive education programs at Harvard Business School, which have further equipped him with the leadership and strategic management skills needed to lead a global technology company like Silicon Labs.
When did Matt Johnson join Silicon Labs?
Matt Johnson joined Silicon Labs in January 2018 as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of IoT Products. His contributions in this role paved the way for his promotion to President in January 2021, and eventually to CEO in January 2022. Johnson's tenure at Silicon Labs has been marked by his focus on driving innovation and expanding the company's influence in the semiconductor industry, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector.