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Technical Product Manager

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Category: General Management Remote Eligible Yes Hire Type: Employee
Job ID 9972 Base Salary Range $142000-$212000 Date posted 03/14/2025

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 optical design, verification, and manufacturability, empowering the creation of high-performance optical systems. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.


You Are:

An innovative and dynamic professional with a passion for optical engineering and product management. You possess a strong background in optics, optical engineering, or physics, and have hands-on experience with optical design software like CODE V. You excel at translating customer needs into product features and specifications, and you thrive in collaborative environments where you can work closely with software development teams. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and have a knack for strategic planning and market analysis. Your excellent communication skills enable you to effectively engage with customers, partners, and team members. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed is essential for this role.


What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Supporting Marcom for written technical marketing materials, including product descriptions, competitive pieces, ads, brochures, and white papers.
  • Participating in industry events relevant to the product.
  • Engaging in strategic planning for product roadmaps and portfolio management.
  • Documenting requirements and clarifying them during R&D processes.
  • Participating in agile activities such as planning, retrospectives, and bug prioritization.
  • Managing alpha/beta testing phases by soliciting user feedback and gathering supporting materials.
  • Providing occasional technical support and participating in training courses.
  • Determining product packaging and pricing strategies based on customer feedback and competitive analysis.
  • Supporting sales efforts by visiting customers, participating in trade shows, and preparing materials for global sales meetings.
  • Engaging in professional development and team-building activities, including attending technical sessions at conferences and taking relevant classes.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Enhancing Synopsys' product offerings by translating customer needs into innovative features and specifications.
  • Driving product adoption and customer satisfaction through effective marketing and sales support.
  • Contributing to strategic planning and product roadmap development, ensuring alignment with market demands.
  • Improving product quality and functionality through active participation in agile development processes.
  • Fostering strong relationships with customers, distributors, and industry partners.
  • Supporting the growth and success of Synopsys' optical design software products.


What You’ll Need:

  • BS, MS, or PhD degree in Optics, Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with an emphasis on image forming systems.
  • Experience with optical design software such as CODE V.
  • Experience as an optical engineer, optical manufacturer, or optical systems engineer.
  • Ability to translate customer needs into product features and specifications.
  • Experience working with software development teams to communicate product definition, goals, and use cases.
  • Familiarity with AI systems, illumination tools, stray light tools, solid modeling tools, and photonics tools is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.


Who You Are:

  • An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Proactive and able to work independently with limited supervision.
  • Adaptable and able to handle complex issues with in-depth evaluation.
  • A team player who thrives in collaborative environments.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dedicated team focused on driving innovation and excellence in optical design software products. Our team collaborates closely with R&D, marketing, sales, and customer support to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. We value creativity, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence.


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.

Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 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. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.

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