Senior Director, Synopsys ICV Design Kits Advanced Process Nodes

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

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:  The ideal candidate to management and expand the Synopsys ICV design kit development team. Will work in concert Synopsys EDA Product Management Team and R&D to streamline creation of ICV design kits (DRC, LVS, PERC, Fill ) in support of advanced semiconductor process nodes so that critical versions of the ICV design kits are developed in time to be used for first source semiconductor designs and critical IP blocks . You will be an established entity within the semiconductor ecosystem . You will be at the forefront of influencing the entire ecosystem, including Foundries, Fabless Companies, and IP companies so that Synopsys has a complete understanding as to what needs to be incorporated into product roadmaps to support our mutual customers develop more complex designs quicker and on schedule . You should be able to lead and expand a team that not only can work with both the foundry PDK (Process Design Kits) and DRM ( Design Rule Manual ) teams to effectively create checks that provide the necessary coverage but anticipate future potential problems. You have the ability to negotiate and influence at high levels, t o help expand the Synopsys relationships with key industry leaders t o continuously move our initiatives forward. You are highly motivated, with a passion for innovation and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering, product management and sales teams to ensure alignment to initiatives. You are comfortable working as an individual contributor on some special projects in addition to leading the ICV Design Kit Product Development team .  What You’ll Be Doing:  Support, manage and grow a team that is responsible for the creation and execution of ICV design kits designs that aligns with Synopsys' broader business objectives at advanced process nodes . Establish and manage a team that develops the requirements and technical collateral needed by advanced semiconductor process nodes design kits to design more complex designs faster using Synopsys offerings. Work closely with product management, R&D and sales teams to align established node needs with Synopsys product development and go-to-market strategies. Work with Ecosystem Team, Product Management, Sales and R&D to align and schedule ICV design kits across the Synopsys product lines and the ecosystem so all solutions can support an entire Synopsys flow for all customer needs. Cultivate trust-based relationships across all levels within Synopsys organizations to strengthen collaboration and facilitate swift problem resolution. Serve as a skilled negotiator and influencer to align with the Synopsys Ecosystem Team and Product Management Group on advanced process node partner activities and outcomes with Synopsys’ strategic goals. The Impact You Will Have:  Expand Synopsys market presence in the physical and reliability verification market by ensuring ICV design kits are the first available in the market. Expand and Create a world class ICV design kit team that also develops all the elements required to use Synopsys EDA solutions for first source semiconductor designs Build and maintain trust-based relationships within Synopsys EDA to facilitate collaboration and proactive management of established process node solutions. Assist Sales to navigate complex partnership discussions and agreements, balancing Synopsys’ needs with mutually beneficial outcomes for the market. What You’ll Need:  20+ years of relevant EDA/semiconductor product management and marketing