Synopsys

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

The ideal candidate for the Project Engineering Management, Staff Engineer role is a seasoned Technical Project Manager with a strong focus on Product Security Compliance. You will leverage your exceptional project management skills to drive complex projects related to Open-source projects and Product Security. You will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives that enhance our security posture.

You will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex security compliance projects. You will work closely with security engineers, product managers, business stakeholders, and IT teams to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires a strong understanding of Open Source, Product Security, and project management principles.

In addition, you will coordinate cross-product dependencies, identify and escalate issues, manage risk and change from conception to delivery, and drive problem resolution through fact-based, conscious decision-making while promoting, implementing, and improving team, cross-functional, and cross-departmental business and engineering processes and practices.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Manage security-focused projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards.
•  Oversee security initiatives related to open-source projects, including assessing vulnerabilities, coordinating remediation efforts, and promoting best practices within the engineering teams.
•  Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
•  Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans.
•  Drive effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
•  Monitor program progress and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
•  Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating current processes and recommending enhancements to increase efficiency and security effectiveness.
•  Proactively identify challenge areas and risks requiring executive engagement.
•  Identify issues and roadblocks, and escalate with the right level of details and priority.
•  Drive problem resolution through fact-based, conscious, and quality decision-making.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Ensure the security and integrity of Synopsys' products, particularly in open-source environments.
• Lead the initiatives w.r.t product security.
• Develop strategic project plans that align with organizational goals and industry standards.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to enhance communication and project outcomes.
• Implement solutions to keep projects on track, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
• Promote best practices and continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering teams.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring proactive management of potential challenges.
• Provide valuable insights and recommendations based on data analytics, driving enhancements in product security.
• Foster a culture of security awareness and compliance within the organization.
• Contribute to the overall success of Synopsys' security and data engineering initiatives.

What You’ll Need:

Project Management Experience: 2+ years of experience specifically in technical program management with overall experience of 8 to 12 years.
•  Hands-on working knowledge in Python / Perl. Ability to do code reviews and take part in design discussions.
•  Product Security Knowledge: Strong understanding of product security principles, especially related to open-source projects.
•  Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
•  Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for cross-functional collaboration.
•  Stakeholder Management: Ability to define project objectives and collaborate closely with stakeholders.
•  Project Planning: Skills in developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans.

Who You Are:

• A proactive and detail-oriented leader who can manage complex projects and drive them to successful completion.
• An excellent communicator who can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• A strategic thinker with a strong understanding of product security and data engineering principles.
• A problem solver who can identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
• A continuous learner who stays updated with the latest industry trends and best practices.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

This role helps Synopsys build products securely and be compliant with security standards. The EPMO team provides program management support to all the Synopsys Central Engineering programs and initiatives. The main focus of this role would be to ensure product security compliance and provide program management support to Data Engineering initiatives in Synopsys Central Engineering.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.