Senior Director, Technical Product Management

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15529 Date Posted 03/02/2026

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 visionary leader with deep technical expertise and a passion for driving product innovation in the semiconductor industry. You thrive at the intersection of technology and business, blending your strong analytical skills with strategic thinking to define and deliver impactful products. As Senior Director of Technical Product Management for the Synopsys SLM Product Line, you are adept at translating market needs and customer insights into clear, actionable product strategies. You possess a robust understanding of analog design and PVT sensor technologies, and you are comfortable engaging with both internal teams and external customers at a technical level. You are a collaborative individual contributor who can build consensus across engineering, product management, sales, and marketing, ensuring alignment on roadmaps and execution. Your ability to lead through influence, communicate effectively, and represent Synopsys as a subject matter expert makes you a trusted partner to our customers and a driving force in expanding our SLM footprint. You are passionate about continuous learning, value diversity, and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed. Your experience allows you to anticipate industry trends, identify opportunities, and deliver solutions that address critical challenges across the semiconductor lifecycle. You are comfortable with ambiguity, excel at managing competing priorities, and are motivated by the opportunity to shape the future of silicon monitoring technology.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Conducting comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to identify and prioritize opportunities for new SLM monitor products throughout the semiconductor lifecycle—including design, ramp, production, and in-field phases.
• Defining the technical product vision, strategy, and roadmap in collaboration with the product manager, leveraging customer feedback, market trends, and business objectives.
• Serving as the domain and product expert, deeply understanding customer use cases and workflows to shape Synopsys’ SLM offerings.
• Owning the development of Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) based on use case-driven requirements and partnering with PM, AE, and R&D to define detailed product feature specifications and delivery timelines.
• Driving technical interactions with internal and external customers, delivering compelling presentations and gathering actionable feedback to inform product development.
• Representing Synopsys as a subject matter expert at customer forums, including Technology Review Meetings (TRMs) and Management Review Meetings (MRMs).
• Collaborating closely with Synopsys SLM Product Management and Go-to-Market teams to position Synopsys as a leader in silicon monitoring IPs.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Expand Synopsys’ presence and footprint across the entire lifecycle of customer products—from design through manufacturing and in-field monitoring.
• Enable strategic alignments with key customers, providing comprehensive solutions tailored to their specific use cases. 
• Drive innovation in SLM monitor products, addressing critical industry challenges and ensuring Synopsys remains at the forefront of technology advancements.
• Influence the direction of R&D investments by translating customer needs and technical feedback into actionable product requirements.
• Elevate Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted partner and subject matter expert in silicon monitoring and lifecycle management.
• Contribute to the achievement of business objectives by delivering differentiated products that enhance customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth.

What You’ll Need:

• Strong understanding of analog design and development methodologies, including performance, cost, and schedule tradeoffs.
• Extensive experience in PVT sensor design and deep knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies in this field.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with R&D, Product Management Group (PMG), and Sales teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to deliver technical presentations and drive productive interactions with internal and external customers.
• Expertise in capturing technical feedback and requirements from customers and translating them into clear, detailed Product Requirement Documents for R&D.
• Experience representing organizations as a subject matter expert at customer forums and industry events.

Who You Are:

• Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen and technical depth. 
• Collaborative team player who builds trust and alignment across functions 
• Excellent communicator who can distill complex concepts into actionable insights.
• Adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity and change.
• Inclusive leader, committed to supporting diverse teams and perspectives.
• Driven by curiosity, continuous learning, and delivering customer value.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic, cross-functional team dedicated to expanding Synopsys’ SLM footprint in customer silicon design and monitoring strategies. The team collaborates closely with engineering, product management, sales, and marketing to align on technical roadmaps and strategy, ensuring that Synopsys delivers industry-leading solutions that address evolving customer needs.

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, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part 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.

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.