SoC Program Manager, Director
Qualcomm · Chennai
- Experience8–13 yrs
- SalaryNot disclosed
- Work modeonsite
- Posted23 Sept 2026
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is hiring in Chennai in semiconductors electronics. This role looks for around 8+ years of experience.
Skills
- ASIC lifecycle development
- Program management
- Risk management
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Change control
- Engineering
The role
A program manager at a semiconductor product company drives ASIC lifecycle development through tape-outs and commercial release, coordinating engineering stakeholders and managing schedule, performance, power, cost, and risk. The role applies Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel to track milestones and support disciplined change control.
Full job description
Job Summary
Duties include being responsible for program execution of complex semiconductor devices in terms of schedule, performance, power and cost through the complete ASIC cycle from program conception, scoping, execution through to commercial sample release. A high visibility position with a high degree of responsibility in a fast-paced environment.
Role involves
Managing ASIC/IP development lifecycle
Working closely with an array of stakeholders Design, Verification, Synthesis, DFT, Physical Design etc towards successful tape-outs
Risk management and disciplined management of information important to key stakeholders, internal and external to the team.
Roll-up and reporting regularly to senior management on key product development milestones, metrics, risks, risk mitigation plans and staffing status.
Effective implementation of change control, development reviews, and other product development processes.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be experienced in ASIC lifecycle development.
Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate at all levels.
Must be capable of synchronizing and motivating other program managers, marketing and engineering leads to attain common goals.
Track record of proven leadership, business and program management performance.
Experience with interfacing with foundry and operations would be an advantage.
Must have strong Microsoft tools like Microsoft Project, Advanced Excel, Power Point.
Education Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
8+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Masters = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience.
Required: 20+ yrs of experience.