Director of Project Engineering Management

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You are a seasoned Director of Project Engineering Management with a passion for leading mixed-signal IP projects from conception to completion. You thrive in a collaborative environment where you can leverage your technical expertise and strategic insights to drive project success. With a strong background in managing engineering teams, you excel at organizing complex information into well-documented plans and streamlining processes to enhance efficiency. Your excellent communication skills enable you to facilitate clear and coherent communication between customers and design teams, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective response to critical needs. You are adept at providing strategic insights and reports to executive leadership, influencing key decision-making processes. Your experience working autonomously with high-level guidance allows you to navigate multiple scenarios and evaluate the best strategies for project success.

• Managing a team of engineers to ensure project milestones are met
• Collaborating with marketing and sales teams to create a better customer experience and engagement
• Participating in complex block and/or chip planning and architecture studies
• Maintaining project plans and resource reports
• Ensuring quality compliance based on customer feedback
• Oversee the production of IP Test Chips
• Coordinating R&D team feedback during pre-sales customer engagements and reviewing statements of work
• Strive to enhance operational efficiency and attain the highest standards of quality excellence

• Enhancing customer satisfaction by addressing critical needs and coordinating effective responses
• Providing strategic insights and reports to executive leadership, influencing decision-making
• Streamlining processes and procedures to improve project management efficiency
• Ensuring the successful delivery of mixed-signal IP projects
• Driving continuous improvement in design efficiency and quality metrics
• Contributing to the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content
• Leading a team of engineers to achieve project goals and milestones
• Influencing the development process for Mixed Signal ASIC designs

• Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and 15+ years of experience
• 5+ years in a project/program management role, with customer-facing experience as an asset
• Strong People Management experience
• Familiarity with UNIX operating systems, Jira, MS Project, and MS Excel
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Familiarity with the development process for Mixed Signal ASIC designs, with a preference for IP-based work

• Proactive and strategic thinker with the ability to evaluate multiple scenarios
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Excellent communicator, able to facilitate clear and coherent communication between teams and customers
• Autonomous worker with the ability to manage projects with minimal oversight
• Team leader with strong people management skills
• Customer-focused, dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction

You will join a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology in chip design and verification. Our team is focused on creating high-performance silicon chips and software content, working collaboratively to achieve project goals and milestones. You will work closely with marketing, sales, R&D, and customer support teams to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.