Principal Program Manager

Description

Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As the go-to partner for the world’s most forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra™ AI-Native embedded compute, Veros™ wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We’re making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.

Overview

Synaptics is looking for a Principal Program Manager to join our Global Operations team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in semiconductor design and manufacturing processes, coupled with exceptional program management skills. As the ASIC Program Manager, you will oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept through production, working closely with cross-functional teams including design, verification, validation, and manufacturing to ensure timely delivery of high-quality ASICs. The successful candidate will play a key project leadership role, acting as the primary owner of SOC program execution on the project planning scheduling, inter-team coordination, status tracking and reporting. Sr. Director, Program Management.

Responsibilities & Competencies

Job Duties

Own end-to-endprogram management of engineering programs from idea to mass production including planning, scoping, design, development, and change managementLead and coordinate all aspects of ASIC development programs from requirements gathering through to final product release, including design, verification, validation, and production rampupWork closely with internal engineering teams (ASIC design, firmware, validation, etc.), external partners, and vendors to manage deliverables and ensure alignment on project goals and schedulesSupport the teams in issue resolution and risk mitigation through well balanced and efficient processes leveraging tools and automationActively support sustainable, effective cross-functional communication at multiple levels in the organizationAnalyze technical issues and lead the team in generating creative mitigation options and solutionsAct as the primary point of contact between engineering, product management, and senior leadership, providing regular status updates on program progress, issues, and risk managementMonitor and manage the program budget, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraintsManage relationships with operation team and external ASIC vendors, ensuring that they meet technical and delivery requirementsEnsure proper documentation of program processes, designs, and decisions throughout the ASIC development lifecycleDrive continuous improvement of all processes, methodologies, and systems

Competencies

Well organized with strong attention to data and detail; proactively ensures work is accurateAbility to ask difficult but important questions and drive discussion to find answersAbility to influence horizontally across multiple internal functional organizationsDeveloping talent, ability to inspire and excite teamHighly structured planner with a strong discipline towards pragmatic and efficient processesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in agile execution and facilitating multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to synthesize and report complex matters simply for senior and executive management to grasp quicklyGood verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work within a diverse team

Qualifications (Requirements)

Bachelor's (Master’s preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field or equivalentA deep understanding of ASIC design, verification, and manufacturing processes is essential.15+ years of experience in Program Management, including 5+ years of expertise in engineering program management Experience in rigorous life-cycle management including capturing requirements, decomposition, architecture, design, unit testing and integration testing among othersProven expertise in planning tools and methodologies (Jira, MS Project / SCRUM, waterfall)Hands-on technical experience preferredNo travel required

Belief in Diversity

Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.