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Project Engineering Manager — Sr. Staff

Synopsys
August 07, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Semiconductor IP Jobs, Level - Senior

Job Title

Project Engineering Manager — Sr. Staff

Role Summary

Lead cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-speed SerDes PHY mixed-signal IP from concept through customer delivery. Responsible for project planning, resource allocation, risk and change management, and collaboration with R&D, marketing, sales, and customer support.

Experience Level

Senior-level; requires approximately 8+ years of relevant experience in integrated circuit design, ASIC development, or project engineering management.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include technical leadership, project delivery, and cross-functional coordination.

  • Manage end-to-end development and implementation of internal engineering products and services (high-speed SerDes PHY IP).
  • Define IP product roadmaps with R&D and Marketing and translate roadmap into project plans and schedules.
  • Allocate and secure resources; identify and escalate issues to maintain project momentum and schedules.
  • Oversee risk management, change control, and quality practices throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Define, implement, and continuously improve team and cross-functional engineering processes and best practices.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Customer Support, and Program Management on pre- and post-sales activities to ensure customer satisfaction and product adoption.
  • Provide regular status updates to management and customers to ensure transparency and alignment.

Requirements

Must-have technical and leadership skills; formal education details are listed under Education Requirements.

  • 8+ years leading multidisciplinary project teams delivering complex IC or semiconductor projects.
  • Hands-on experience with mixed-signal and digital IC design and verification.
  • Proven project management skills, including risk assessment and change management in a semiconductor or high-tech environment.
  • Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and mentor team members.

Nice-to-have:

  • Direct experience with SerDes PHY IP product development and customer engagement.
  • Experience supporting pre- and post-sales technical activities for IP products.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field required; advanced degree (Master's or PhD) preferred. Equivalent practical experience in integrated circuit design or ASIC development may be acceptable.


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.

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Date Posted: 2026-08-05