Project Engineering Management, Principal Engineer

Job Title

Project Engineering Management, Principal Engineer

Role Summary

Lead and coordinate cross-functional engineering programs to deliver Silicon IP and SoC projects from planning through delivery. Work with product, R&D, verification, software, and customer engineering teams to define scope, schedules, and technical trade-offs and ensure projects meet quality and customer expectations.

Experience Level

Senior — approximately 7–12 years of relevant experience in semiconductor, Silicon IP, SoC, ASIC, or related environments.

Responsibilities

Drive program execution, stakeholder communication, and team collaboration for global Silicon IP deliveries.

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver Silicon IP projects globally, from planning through completion.
• Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and customers.
• Provide regular project status, define roadmaps and product enhancements with R&D teams.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, schedules, and milestones aligned with business and customer needs.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans and schedules using standard tools.
• Monitor execution, analyze performance, and ensure deliveries meet quality and schedule targets.
• Drive cross-team collaboration, resolve conflicts, and remove blockers to maintain progress.
• Enable clear communication across global teams to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Mentor team members and promote best practices in execution and delivery.

Requirements

Essential skills and experience required for this role.

• 7–12 years of relevant experience in semiconductor, Silicon IP, SoC, ASIC, or related engineering environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating complex, cross-functional technical projects or programs.
• Proven ability to manage customer expectations and communications.
• Background with Mixed-Signal IP, SoC, ASIC, or semiconductor development environments.
• Solid understanding of project/program management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with quality management systems and delivery processes.
• Familiarity with Linux-based engineering environments and workflows.

Education Requirements

Degree in Engineering or Applied Science, or equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: Synopsys

Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA

Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.