R&D Staff Engineer: PEM/PMO

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. 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.
PVT Sensor IP development is a critical offering for process, voltage, temperature and other monitoring IPs within SOC subsystem. Synopsys is market leader for these IP developments which are integral part of Silicon lifecycle monitoring.

You Are:
As a new, exciting and challenging position, we are looking for a talented person that can show a great level of initiative and ability to work in a busy and fast changing environment. This rewarding role being fundamental to the successful and smooth operation of the engineering teams.

You will play a vital role in helping to strengthen and develop forecasting capabilities, based upon improved monitoring capacity and forward-looking project schedules.

• Front End development process understanding like DV/RTL flow, test benches and test cases.

• Develop and manage project plans, including scope, schedule, and resource allocation.
• Lead and direct cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables are met.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure project success.
• Communicate project status, progress, and issues to stakeholders, including customers, management, and team members.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and customer requirements.
• Lead and manage project team members, including engineers, technicians, and other support staff.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to improve project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide regular project status reports to management and stakeholders.
• Experience with Agile project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with VLSI engineering tools and terminology, such as CAD, Layout, Digital Design, PDBE.

• Interact with our application engineers and provide guidance.
• Participate in the generation of data books, application notes, and white papers.

• Understanding CAD infrastructure and methodology will help to set up project environment.
• Contribute to enhance quality assurance methodology by adding more quality checks/gatings.

• Understanding of tools like VC Spyglass, Verdi, & views like SDF, Liberty etc and other frontend views will add value to this position.
• SOW/MRD/PRD development, maintain and closur for project before project execution.
• Generate Silicon reports and schedule for multiple projects nodes and process.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including design, verification, and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with design teams to plan and coordinate testchip development (TRD documentation).
• Ensure automotive projects are IP9000, FUSA compline and reported.
• Manage the handoff of testchips from design to tapeout teams.
• Develop and implement processes to improve testchip silicon handoff efficiency and quality.

Required Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the technology industry.
• Certifications: PMP certification or equivalent.
• Skills:
  1. Strong project management skills, including planning, organizing, and controlling.
  2. Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  3. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  5. Experience with project management tools.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with Synopsys Tool set (such as FC/ICC2, Primetime, Formality, ICV).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.