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 visionary leader with a passion for fostering growth and excellence within an organization. With a robust background in learning and talent development, you have a proven track record of designing and implementing innovative learning strategiesthat shape how employees build the skills and capabilities needed to succeed today and as work evolves. You excel in a dynamic environment, leading with integrity and a commitment to continuous improvement. Your analytical prowess allows you to interpret complex data and drive data-informed decisions. You possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to influence and collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities are unparalleled, and you are dedicated to nurturing a culture of continuous feedback and professional development.

What You’ll Be Doing: 

• Lead enterprise learning strategy: Develop and evolve a learning strategy aligned with business priorities, workforce needs, and emerging skill requirements.
• Build critical skills: Partner with technical leaders and subject matter experts to develop academies, learning pathways, and experiential opportunities that accelerate development of critical technical, AI and professional capabilities.
• Prepare the workforce for AI-enabled work: Partner with business and technology leaders to understand how AI is changing roles and workflows and translate those changes into learning and reskilling priorities.
• Transform learning through AI:Identify and scale opportunities to use AI to personalize learning, accelerate content development and discovery, support coaching and practice, and help employees apply new skills in the flow of work.
• Evolve performance management strategy: Integrate development into performance management and goal-setting practices, including the use of OKRs and measurable development outcomes. Ensuring performance reviews are conducted consistently and fairly across the organization.
• Shape career development: Design career development programs and tools that help employees build skills, identify growth opportunities, and navigate potential career paths.

The Impact You Will Have: 

• Creating an environment where employees clearly understand what skills they need, how to build them in the flow of work, where they can apply them, and how these capabilities open new career opportunities.

• Designing a dynamic learning model where development occurs through learning, practice, feedback, mobility and experiential learning, supported by AI and connected to measurable outcomes.
• Building strong relationships across the business and People organization to prioritize capability needs, scale solutions, and create a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Establishing meaningful measures of learning adoption, skill development, application, internal mobility, and business impact. 
• Analyzing performance and development data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement, ensuring data-driven decision-making. 

What You’ll Need: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in learning development, talent management, workforce development or a related HR field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of emerging learning technologies and the role AI can play in transforming learning, development, and work.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing performance management systems. 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is a plus. 

Who You Are: 

• Strategic thinker with the ability to innovate, develop and implement long-term plans.
• Effective leader with experience in team development. 
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and analytical mindset. 
• Proficient in change management and driving organizational improvements. 
• Strong project management skills, ensuring timely and effective execution of initiatives.