Synaptics Incorporated · 7 hours ago
Sr. Director, Program Management
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$222K/yr - $350K/yr
15+ years expSynaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices. They are seeking an experienced Sr. Director, Program Management to lead a global team, manage interrelated projects, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
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Responsibilities
Lead, motivate, scale a high-performing global Program Management team responsible for all programs and projects to align with organizational objectives and deliver measurable business value
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team to define program scope, objectives, and success metrics. Establish governance structures, processes, and reporting mechanisms
Communicate with executives, sponsors, and cross-functional teams to manage expectations and ensure alignment
Implement processes and forums to effectively manage all programs and ensure consistent execution across the company
Identify risks across projects, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve escalated issues
Allocate resources across projects, balancing priorities and dependencies. Establish a consistent resource reporting program that is followed by program managers in the various Divisions
Manage program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial accountability
Track progress against milestones, KPIs, and deliverables. Provide regular status updates to leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field or equivalent
15+ years of experience in silicon engineering, including 5+ years of expertise in engineering program management including 7+ years managing teams
Extensive experience managing large, complex semiconductor programs with a track record of successful project execution
Expertise in program and project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMI, SAFe)
Financial and risk management experience
Proficiency with tools like MS Project, Jira, or similar
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop long-term plans for program management in line with the overall business strategy of the company
Strong track record of inspiring and motivating teams and other program managers fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
Demonstrated effective leadership in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
25% domestic and international travel is required
Preferred
Master's in Electrical Engineering or related field or equivalent
Benefits
Discretionary annual performance bonus
Equity
Other benefits
Company
Synaptics Incorporated
Synaptics (Nasdaq: SYNA) is changing the way humans engage with connected devices and data, engineering exceptional experiences throughout the home, at work, in the car and on the go.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2024-11-14Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2002-01-29IPO
Leadership Team
Lisa Bodensteiner
Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer
YY Lee
Board Director
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