Title: Executive Director of Established Nodes Product Strategies

Location: Cairo, Egypt

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: 

The ideal candidate will have the skills to create a Technical Product Management Team to drive Synopsys’s Product Strategies for Established Process Nodes in concert with the Executive Director of ICV Product Management. In this role you will develop and manage a team of experienced technical product managers and associated staff to drive adoption of Synopsys EDA solutions into the rapidly evolving established process node ecosystem, due to the rapidly expanding 3D and Chiplet market.  You will be an established entity within the semiconductor ecosystem including the established and new companies in this market. You will be at the forefront of influencing verification for the entire 3D and Chiplet ecosystem, including Foundries, Fabless Companies, and IP companies so that Synopsys has a complete understanding as to what needs to be incorporated into product roadmaps to support our mutual customers develop more complex designs quicker, using older process nodes in concert with leading edge process node designs.  You should be able to create a team that not only can define product requirements for established node needs, in addition to advanced process nodes, in concert with the various Product Managers. Able to train and engage with the global Technical Field Sales Team to educate them on the 3D market needs and solutions customers are asking for. You have the ability to negotiate and influence at high levels, to help expand the Synopsys relationships with key industry leaders to continuously move our initiatives forward. You are highly motivated, with a passion for innovation and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering, product management and sales teams to ensure alignment to initiatives. You are comfortable working as an individual contributor on some special projects in addition to leading the Established Nodes Product Strategies team. 

What You’ll Be Doing: 

Support the creation and execution of the strategies for established process node designs that aligns with advanced process node offerings and Synopsys' broader business objectives.

Establish and manage a team that develops the requirements and technical collateral needed by the established nodes to design more complex designs faster using Synopsys offerings. Be the leader and visionary of this new organization within Synopsys EDA Product Management as it is established and grown in response to the market.

Work closely with product management, R&D and Technical Sales teams to align established node and advanced node needs for 3D verification with Synopsys product development and go-to-market strategies.

Work with Ecosystem Team, Product Management, and R&D to educate newly formed Sales Technical Marketing Teams about the market demands and ecosystem needs so all solutions can support an entire Synopsys flow for established process nodes.

Engage with leading customers to embed new Synopsys ICV solutions into their design flows.

Drive collaborative initiatives with partners that lead to innovative solutions, incorporating unique Synopsys product integrations and ecosystem synergies.

Partner with the global marketing & communications team to help define joint marketing programs to promote established process node derivative solutions as they are developed.

Cultivate trust-based relationships across all levels within Synopsys organizations to strengthen collaboration and facilitate swift problem resolution.

When requested by R&D, be an advisor/consultant on optional ways to develop the required Process Design Kits necessary to use the Synopsys ICV solutions.      

Serve as a skilled negotiator and influencer to align on key established node partner activities such that they are aligned with advanced process node strategies and aligns with Synopsys’ strategic goals.

The Impact You Will Have: 

Accelerate Synopsys’ strategic positioning in the 3D and Chiplet established node market via identification and development of competitive differentiation in concert with advanced process node engagements.

Create a world class established node Product Management team that helps define all the elements required to use Synopsys EDA solutions for all process nodes, established and advanced in concert with the Executive Director of ICV Product Management.

Strengthen Synopsys’ influence and thought leadership within the EDA and semiconductor ecosystem through compelling presentations and industry engagement as how established node solutions fit into the new 3D/Chiplet market.

Build and maintain trust-based relationships within Synopsys EDA to facilitate collaboration and proactive management of established process node solutions.

Train and Assist Sales to navigate complex partnership discussions and agreements, balancing Synopsys’ needs with mutually beneficial outcomes for the market.

What You’ll Need: 

25+ years of relevant EDA/semiconductor product management and marketing experience. 

BS/MS, in Electrical Engineering and or Device Physics required.  PhD in your field desired.

Deep expertise in understanding Semiconductor ecosystem, and expertise with Foundry, EDA PDK development and associated relationships.

Proven ability to create and grow a product management team that can support Synopsys product teams and customers worldwide.

Be a well-known commodity within the semiconductor ecosystem with key companies’ relationships within the established process nodes.

Ability to influence manage across all of Synopsys, both within Product Management Group and all other organizations within Synopsys EDA .

Exceptional ability to drive and achieve results by yourself and others under time pressure.

Excellent presentation, communications, and interpersonal skills.

Highly proficient in helping drive creation of eye-catching presentations for inclusion into senior executive talks.

Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time to interact directly with customers and Technical Sales.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: 

You will be creating a dynamic team focused on greatly expanding Synopsys’ product offerings and market positioning in the established node design environment. This team will work closely with product management, sales, and R&D to align 3D established and advanced node ICV solutions with Synopsys’ overall strategic goals. As a key component of the overall Synopsys EDA Product Management Group, this team will identify and cultivate new opportunities, drive collaborative initiatives, and promote joint marketing programs to deliver solutions to the semiconductor market that mutual established node customers need as the world moves into multiple ways to design their offerings.  

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.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request.