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General Information

Job Title
Executive Director, Strategic Programs
Job ID
17282
Country
United Kingdom
City
UK Off-Site
Date Posted
30-Apr-2026
Job Category
General Management
Job Subcategory
Project / Program Management
Hire Type
Employee
Remote Eligible
Yes

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

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:

You are a visionary leader with a passion for strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence. With extensive experience at the Executive Director level, you thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments, and bring clarity to complex challenges. You have a proven track record of driving innovation in advanced technologies, enabling organizations to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry. Your expertise in managing technical programs and cultivating strategic partnerships is matched by your ability to inspire and influence stakeholders at all levels. You excel at synthesizing market requirements, aligning R&D with customer needs, and orchestrating seamless execution across global teams. Your deep understanding of ecosystem dynamics and integrated solutions allows you to unlock new business value and foster a culture of collaboration. You are adept at balancing high-level vision with hands-on operational oversight, ensuring that every initiative delivers measurable impact. Your commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning empowers both your team and the broader organization. If you are ready to shape the future of advanced platforms at Synopsys, we welcome your leadership.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting the leadership to align and drive strategy for key business objectives in Synopsys’ Customer Success Group.

Driving the translation of market requirements into actionable R&D initiatives, influencing execution of the product roadmap.

Managing all outbound customer technical programs, collaborating closely with consulting services to deliver exceptional client outcomes.

Leading key strategic partner relationships, providing oversight of ecosystem partners to foster innovation and integration.

Cultivating and managing internal relationships across Synopsys, stimulating greater value in integrated solutions and cross-business synergies.

Overseeing operations across the SNPS product line, ensuring excellence in delivery, scalability, and performance.

Championing continuous improvement initiatives and optimizing processes to enhance product and customer experience.

The Impact You Will Have:

Accelerate Synopsys’ leadership in advanced technologies, enabling customers to innovate faster and smarter.

Drive integrated solution development, aligning cross-functional teams and maximizing enterprise value.

Enhance customer satisfaction and retention through proactive technical program management and seamless consulting engagements.

Strengthen strategic partner relationships, unlocking new market opportunities and fostering collaborative ecosystems.

Optimize operational efficiency across the product line, ensuring robust, scalable, and reliable offerings.

Influence the direction of R&D investments, ensuring market-driven innovation and competitive differentiation.

What You’ll Need:

Extensive experience in strategic planning, corporate development, and operational leadership within high-tech or semiconductor industries.

Deep understanding of hardware accellerated platforms and integrated product solutions.

Proven ability to manage complex technical programs and lead cross-functional teams toward shared objectives.

Strong analytical skills, with expertise in translating market requirements into actionable strategies for R&D and product execution.

Exceptional partnership management skills, with a track record of cultivating and overseeing ecosystem relationships.

Experience optimizing operations for product lines, focusing on scalability, performance, and continuous improvement.

Who You Are:

Strategic thinker with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.

Effective communicator, able to influence at all levels and across diverse teams.

Results-oriented, with a passion for driving innovation and operational excellence.

Adaptable and resilient in dynamic environments.

Committed to diversity, equity, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to advancing Synopsys’ advanced technology solutions. Working alongside experts in R&D, consulting services, and strategic partnerships, you’ll be at the heart of innovation, collaboration, and integrated value creation. The team is passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world challenges and deliver transformative solutions for our customers and partners.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

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.