Lead Program Manager

Cadence: Leaders And Innovators In TechnologyCadence is a pivotal leader in electronic design, building upon more than 30 years of computational software expertise. The company applies its underlying Intelligent System Design strategy to deliver software, hardware and IP that turn design concepts into reality. Cadence customers are the world's most innovative companies, delivering extraordinary electronic products from chips to boards to systems for the most dynamic market applications including consumer, hyperscale computing, 5G communications, automotive, aerospace industrial and health.The Cadence AdvantageThe opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in an environment that encourages you to be creative, innovative, and to make an impact.Cadence's employee-friendly policies focus on the physical and mental well-being of employees, career development, providing opportunities for learning, and celebrating success in recognition of specific needs of the employees.The unique "One Cadence - One Team" culture promotes collaboration within and across teams to ensure customer successMultiple avenues of learning and development available for employees to explore as per their specific requirement and interestsYou get to work with a diverse team of passionate, dedicated, and talented individuals who go above and beyond for our customers, our communities, and each other—every day.Job SummaryConduct program management tasks under the direction of BU Manager, including product definition, eco system and product interoperability and compatibility on the full range of HSV products, with expanded tasks due to increased complexity in demanding HSV hyperscaler customers on OSes (official and adhoc), x86/Arm platforms, capex equipment coordination, etc.RequiredProficient in Program Management and Project ManagementAbility to decompose complex operational challenges, evaluate solution alternatives, articulate trade-offs, and drive well-reasoned recommendations.Total 7 to 12 years background in Software Development and Validation Process.Experience in Cross-team coordination to achieve target timelines.At least 4 years program management experience.BS Degree in Engineering or Science.

MS preferred.IdealEDA domain knowledge including familiarity with software tool development, support and deploymentExperience using Jira for issue tracking and managementExperience in process development and deployment for Software and Hardware products.Experience in software quality monitoring and improvement.Main Job Tasks And ResponsibilitiesLead the planning and track the delivery of product releases through various stages.Facilitate the definition of release scope, goals and deliverablesWork across several functional groups: R&D developers, Product Validation, Configuration Management, Product Engineering, Marketing, Customer Support, field AEs, and Tech Pubs to achieve target milestones in very fast moving, agile, environment.Constantly monitor and report on progress of product releases to all stakeholdersDevelop and streamline processes to improve productivity, efficiency, and ability to meet targets. Identify and remove bottlenecks. Forward thinking.Lead continuous operational improvement and operational excellence.Monitor product quality metrics and track key quality indicators.Education And ExperienceBE/BTech/ME/MS/MTech in Electrical/Electronics or equivalentKnowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project managementKnowledge of project management techniques and toolsDirect work experience in project management capacityProven experience in people managementProven experience in strategic planning, risk/change managementProficient in project management softwareKey CompetenciesCritical thinking and problem solving skillsPlanning and organizingDecision-makingCommunication SkillsInfluencing and LeadingTeam WorkConflict ManagementAdaptabilityFunction in a very fast moving environment.The annual salary range for California is $119,000 to $221,000.

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Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.We're Doing Work That Matters. Help Us Solve What Others Can't.