Solutions Engineer (Technical Program Manager)

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 16574 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 03/24/2026

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.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.