Foundry Marketing Manager

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:

As an ideal candidate, you have a deep understanding of the semiconductor industry and a knack for fostering and maintaining relationships. You are someone who thrives in a dynamic and highly collaborative environment, bringing a wealth of knowledge about semiconductor foundries and their technologies. You excel at gathering and disseminating critical information and possess exceptional business acumen that allows you to drive strategic initiatives. You are adept at communicating complex technical details and are comfortable presenting to various stakeholders, from management to technical teams. You are organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a matrixed organization. Your expertise in semiconductor technology, combined with your marketing or business development experience, makes you a valuable asset in positioning Synopsys as a leader in the industry. Your ability to use tools like Microsoft Excel, Pivot tables, and PowerPoint is second to none. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is essential, and a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering would be a significant advantage. Based in Silicon Valley, CA, you are ready to take on the challenge of shaping the future of semiconductor technology.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Be the primary contact person for sales and our product teams for product availability and roadmap.
• Establish and maintain deep relationships with key foundry personnel, enabling Synopsys to quickly get answers to questions and coordinate meetings between foundries and our customers.
• Work with each of the foundry business development teams to collect, assess and disseminate foundry information to the key stakeholders within Synopsys. This includes Foundry roadmaps, process/node changes and the potential impact these changes have on our products and schedules.
• Maintain a dashboard of foundry information, Synopsys foundry-based IP roadmaps, and foundry-specific presentation materials.
• Leverage internal databases and customer demand to provide feedback to the foundry on market and application trends.
• Coordinate and position with the foundry for our test chips.
• Evaluate and report on each foundry’s strategy, key market segments, and top customers to guide our IP strategy with the customer and internally.
• Present key market trends and process technology updates to strategy teams for product optimization and process alignment trends.
• Provide regular updates on packaging trends and their impact on the foundries.
• Develop presentations that explain foundry roadmaps and trends for customer meetings and internal training sessions.
• Be able to position processes/nodes for specific customer applications (HPC, AI, IoT, consumer, automotive, etc).
• Be the Synopsys IP representative to present at foundry seminars.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Facilitate seamless communication between Synopsys and foundry partners, ensuring timely and accurate information exchange.
• Drive Synopsys’ product optimization by providing insightful feedback on foundry processes and market trends.
• Enhance Synopsys’ market positioning through strategic presentations and updates on foundry technologies and trends.
• Support the development and execution of Synopsys’ IP strategy by leveraging your deep understanding of foundry roadmaps and market segments.
• Ensure Synopsys’ product teams are well-informed about foundry developments, enabling proactive adjustments to product roadmaps.
• Strengthen Synopsys’ relationships with key foundry personnel, fostering collaboration and mutual success.

What You’ll Need:

• Experience in the semiconductor industry, ideally at a semiconductor foundry.
• 5+ years of foundry marketing or business development experience.
• A deep knowledge of semiconductor technology, with the ability to articulate technical differences between technology nodes and PDKs within a specific foundry and between different foundries.
• Exceptional business acumen and sufficient knowledge of the market segment, applications, and technology to drive IP strategies.
• Excellent command and communication skills; able to create and deliver presentations to management, foundry partners, product managers, R&D, and Sales.
• Organizationally savvy and able to work in a matrixed, team-oriented environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required; a graduate degree in EE is desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Pivot tables, and PowerPoint.
• Fluency in English.

Who You Are:

• Relationship Builder: You excel at establishing and maintaining deep relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strategic Thinker: You have a knack for evaluating market trends and aligning them with business strategies.
• Excellent Communicator: You can articulate complex technical details clearly and concisely.
• Detail-Oriented: You are meticulous in managing information and keeping dashboards up-to-date.
• Collaborative: You thrive in a team-oriented, matrixed environment, working effectively with multiple stakeholders.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be joining a dynamic team focused on driving Synopsys’ success through strategic relationships with semiconductor foundries. The team is dedicated to optimizing product roadmaps, providing critical market insights, and fostering collaboration with our foundry partners. Together, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of semiconductor technology.

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.

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