Solutions Engineer (Technical Program Manager)

We Are: 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: You are a dynamic, detail-oriented engineering professional with a passion for orchestrating complex technical programs. Your expertise in Design for Testability (DFT) enables you to confidently engage in technical conversations with engineers and customers alike. You thrive in cross-functional environments, adept at aligning stakeholders, driving clarity, and ensuring seamless execution across global teams. With a strong foundation in program management, you are skilled at translating ambiguous requirements into structured plans and actionable milestones. You possess a keen eye for identifying risks early, devising mitigation strategies, and escalating decisively to keep programs on track. Your communication style is crisp and concise, making you a trusted partner for both technical teams and management. You are comfortable navigating matrix organizations, leveraging your experience in customer-facing roles and technical delivery to ensure successful, on-time deployments. Above all, you bring a collaborative spirit, a solutions-driven mindset, and a commitment to excellence that inspires those around you. If you seek to make a tangible impact in the semiconductor industry and thrive in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments, this role is for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Collecting, structuring, and validating customer requirements to establish clear project scope, milestones, and acceptance criteria.
• Running the program operating cadence, including planning sessions, weekly status meetings, and action tracking for deliverables.
• Maintaining end-to-end visibility of project progress, dependencies, and deliverables to ensure seamless execution.
• Identifying execution risks early, developing mitigation plans with clear ownership and timelines, and escalating issues as needed
• Coordinating across Engineering/R&D, CAE/FAE, and customer stakeholders to align decisions and document next steps.
• Creating reliable dashboards and status reports that provide transparent program health updates to technical teams and management.
• Supporting technical delivery teams in matrix environments across geographies, ensuring consistent methodology and best practices.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate successful DFT deployments, enabling customers to achieve robust chip designs and faster time-to-market.
• Drive clarity and alignment across cross-functional teams, minimizing execution ambiguities and fostering collaboration.
• Mitigate project risks proactively, ensuring program milestones are met and customer expectations are exceeded.
• Enhance communication and transparency, keeping stakeholders informed and empowered to make strategic decisions.
• Streamline operating rhythms, optimizing resource allocation and boosting productivity across global teams.
• Champion data-driven decision-making through robust dashboards and tracking systems, improving operational efficiency.

What You’ll Need:

• Fluency in DFT concepts, with the ability to participate in technical discussions and contribute to solution development.
• Proven program execution skills, including managing complex plans, tracking dependencies, and driving closure.
• Strong risk management discipline, with experience in identifying, mitigating, and escalating execution risks.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, adept at structuring plans and status updates from diverse inputs.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, comfortable building and maintaining tracking systems and dashboards.
• Customer-facing experience (CAE/FAE, deployment/consulting, methodology enablement) preferred.
• Experience supporting technical delivery teams in matrix environments across geographies.
• BSEE/MSEE or equivalent experience, with at least 5+ years of relevant industry experience.

Who You Are:

• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments.
• Solutions-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and risk mitigation.
• Clear communicator, able to distill complex information into actionable plans.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable with ambiguity and fast-paced change.
• Customer-focused, committed to delivering exceptional value and outcomes.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: You’ll join a diverse, highly skilled technical team dedicated to delivering world-class DFT solutions for leading semiconductor customers. The team operates in a collaborative, matrix environment, spanning Engineering, R&D, CAE/FAE, and customer engagement. Together, you drive innovation, solve complex challenges, and ensure the successful deployment of advanced chip design methodologies.

Rewards and Benefits: 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.