Sr Staff Project/Program Manager

Job Title

Sr Staff Project/Program Manager

Role Summary

Lead chip development projects within the Analog & Mixed-Signal Product Group Central PMO, owning delivery from kick-off through customer release. Manage cross-functional, geographically distributed teams to meet schedule, budget, quality and manufacturability targets while aligning with Renesas global methodologies.

Experience Level

Senior. Requires about 5–7+ years in the semiconductor industry with 3–5+ years of hands-on technical program/project management leading mixed-signal analog product development and NPI activities.

Responsibilities

Own and drive assigned SPD (Standard Products Division) chip development projects and program portfolio activities.

• Define and execute project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional teams across locations; act as primary point of contact for assigned projects.
• Track metrics/KPIs (schedule, risks, scope, budget, cost entitlement, manufacturability) and report status to leadership.
• Support annual operating planning, forecasting and program spending alignment.
• Identify and remove execution roadblocks; mitigate risks and escalate early.
• Promote disciplined project practices, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across business groups.
• Coordinate with demand creation, sales and marketing to align sample and priority schedules with market needs.
• Prepare and present project status at management decision reviews and cross-functional progress reviews.

Requirements

Must-have technical and interpersonal qualifications for immediate effectiveness; nice-to-have items listed separately.

• Must-have: Fluent in English and Japanese for cross-cultural communication.
• Must-have: 5–7+ years in the semiconductor industry and 3–5+ years hands-on technical program/project management for mixed-signal analog products.
• Must-have: Experience in NPI/product development functions (product, test, validation, design, quality or related).
• Must-have: Proven track record delivering projects on schedule, within budget and meeting quality targets; strong risk mitigation and escalation skills.
• Must-have: Proficiency with project tools such as MS Project, Jira, SharePoint, FMEA and root cause analysis methods.
• Nice-to-have: PMP certification.
• Nice-to-have: Exposure to automotive processes and manufacturing considerations.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Electronics Engineering required/preferred; Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering preferred.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.