Director, Product Management – Hardware‑Assisted Verification Projects

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 highly effective product and/or program manager with a deep understanding of Product Life Cycle flows for hardware and software . You thrive in driving execution across complex HW/SW systems and fostering close collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.

You possess strong program management skills and technical knowledge , with the ability to translate product intent into executable plans to drive and track those with focus on quality and predictability of delivery. You have a proven track record of managing complex, cross ‑ functional programs and driving teams through ambiguity to execution. You communicate clearly, influence effectively, and are passionate about delivering technology that moves the industry forward.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Drive end ‑ to ‑ end technical program management for Hardware-Assisted Verification (HAV) platforms, with focus on next ‑ generation ZeBu emulation and HAPS prototyping systems.
• Partner closely with Product Management to translate MRDs and PRDs into executable program plans, milestones, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with account and field teams, product engineering teams and internal stakeholders to align execution with customer engagements, early access/lead customer engagement programs, and deployment timelines .
• Drive cross ‑ functional core teams across hardware and software engineering, Manufacturing Operations and the go-to-market teams to deliver committed features and platforms against clear cost targets and timelines
• Own program planning, dependency management, risk mitigation, and execution tracking , including creation and maintenance of execution dashboards.
• Drive release readiness across hardware, software, licensing, documentation, and enablement, including go/ no ‑ go reviews.
• Continuously improve execution rigor, scalability, and operational excellence across HAV programs.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enabling predictable, high-quality execution of the HAV roadmap across multiple platforms and releases.
• Improving customer satisfaction through disciplined delivery and alignment to market and customer needs.

• Accelerating time ‑ to ‑ market for next generation HAV platforms and solutions.
• Strengthening cross functional execution and accountability across the HAV organization.
• Ensure Synopsys HAV portfolio meets market needs, cost targets, quality and time-to-market objectives

What You’ll Need:

• 15+ years of experience in product and/or program management , preferably in EDA, semiconductors, systems, or system software.
• Strong understanding of hardware/software flows, ideally with experience in emulation, prototyping, or complex HW/SW systems.
• Proven experience driving large, cross ‑ functional programs with hardware and software components.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex programs on time and with high quality .
• BS in EE, CS, CE, or related field; MS preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder ‑ management skills.

Who You Are:

• Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and execution excellence.
• Effective, empathetic communicator who builds trust with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborative leader who thrives in highly cross ‑ functional environments.
• R esults ‑ driven professional with a track record of delivering high ‑ impact programs.
• Adaptable and proactive problem solver who navigates complexity with confidence.
• S trong product and program manager with technical know-how who delivers results with quality and predictability.