What this role is and why it existsThis role is for a HAV Product Management Director at Synopsys. The company is looking for a visionary leader with a deep understanding of pre/post-silicon validation, chip design, and verification processes.## What you'll do- Drive pre/post-silicon validation and bring-up activities, ensuring that chip designs meet rigorous performance and quality standards.- Collaborate closely with customers and internal stakeholders to understand requirements, translating challenges into actionable product specifications.- Lead verification efforts to ensure that chip designs are thoroughly validated against specifications, driving improvements in design quality and reliability.- Manage technical program management for key projects, including chip design and tapeouts, creating and maintaining tracking and execution dashboards for planning and program management.- Drive cross-functional product core teams to define product requirements, project milestones, and ensure successful program execution.- Generate product collateral, including SW and product roadmaps, product overviews, white papers, and blogs.## What you need- 10+ years of EDA/Semiconductor/System SW experience, BS degree; MS or MBA preferred.- Deep understanding of pre/post-silicon validation, chip design methodologies, and verification processes.- Strong knowledge of Hardware Assisted Verification (HAV) flows and use cases.- Proven experience in product planning, requirements gathering, and definition.- Strong expertise in technical program management and driving cross-functional teams to deliver on time and with quality.- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence key stakeholders and drive cross-functional teams.- Solid team player capable of collaborating with various stakeholders (internal and external) and ability to work independently.## Why this mattersThis role will drive revenue growth through strategic product management and effective program management in chip design and validation. It will transform product strategies into actionable plans that drive business growth and innovation in the semiconductor industry. It will enhance customer satisfaction by delivering products that meet their needs and exceed their expectations. It will foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within cross-functional teams. It will establish Synopsys as a leader in the chip design and validation market by driving technological advancements and product excellence.