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Program Management Director

We are looking for a Program Managment Director who will be responsible for the overall coordination of R&D Portfolio Developments and Key Customer Portfolio Engagements within the Silicon Solution Group.

The candidate must have solid, hands-on experience in IP design and/or SoC development with a history in successfully leading or managing designs with end customers.

We are looking for an individual with an entrepreneurial mindset who can collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Engineering and Customers to assure effective and efficient project execution. Someone who is passionate about coordinating all the facets of the project in a matrix organizational structure to deliver successful engineering and business results.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables
• constantly monitor and report on progress of the portfolio/project to all stakeholders
• present reports defining portfolio/project progress, problems and solutions
• manage customer engagements – project and relationship management
• collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Engineering to assure effective and efficient project execution

Education and Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience
• hands-on experience in mixed-signal design and end-to-end flow is highly preferable
• proven experience in working or managing designs and teams from conception to manufacturing
• knowledge of end-to-end design flow and tools for both analog and digital design from Architecture (schematics and RTL) to GDS
• MSEE preferred

Key competencies

• critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• team work and collaboration
• adaptability

The annual salary range for California is $164,500 to $305,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.

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