Technical Product Management - Distinguished Architect

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 an experienced and highly motivated engineer with a passion for semiconductor innovation and digital design solutions. You thrive in environments that challenge you to bridge customer needs with cutting-edge technology, and you excel at translating complex technical concepts into actionable product strategies. With a deep understanding of EDA tools—especially in areas like synthesis, RTL architecture, place and route and  ECO methodologies—you are eager to drive the development of next-generation solutions. You bring a strong analytical mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a customer-centric approach to every project. Your ability to engage directly with customers, understand their critical challenges, and translate those insights into high-value product features sets you apart. You are a thought leader, comfortable presenting at industry forums and representing Synopsys as a subject matter expert. You are adept at managing cross-functional teams, prioritizing product roadmaps, and ensuring releases meet the highest standards of quality and impact. Your enthusiasm for technology is matched by your commitment to inclusivity, mentorship, and continuous learning. If you are ready to lead transformative projects and be at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, Synopsys is the place for you.   

What You’ll Be Doing: 

• Engaging directly with customers to identify high-value problems, particularly around optimizing power, performance, and area (PPA), and achieving multi-physics closure in design. 
• Analyzing and interpreting market trends to inform the Synopsys SCA roadmap, with a focus on advanced nodes and GenAI/Agentic flows. 
• Collaborating with DRIs and field partners to pinpoint product gaps and evaluate new opportunities for tool enhancement and innovation. 
• Defining and prioritizing product roadmaps by crafting Market Requirements Documents (MRDs) and partnering with Product Engineers to develop Product Requirements Documents (PRDs). 
• Writing code prototypes for new features and products, serving as "executable specifications" to demonstrate functionality and requirements to development teams. 
• Managing release readiness, including defining criteria for Alpha, Beta, Limited Customer Availability (LCA), and General Availability (GA) stages. 
• Enabling partners and field teams with training, strategic campaigns, and benchmarks to ensure new products deliver on promised value. 
• Representing Synopsys as a subject matter expert at customer forums, including TRMs and MRMs, and driving thought leadership at industry conferences. 

The Impact You Will Have: 

• Accelerate the adoption of Synopsys solutions, driving improved PPA outcomes for customers. 
• Shape the direction of Synopsys’s product offerings by identifying and acting on emerging industry trends. 
• Build stronger customer relationships through direct engagement, enabling tailored solutions that address their most critical challenges. 
• Enhance Synopsys’s reputation as a technology leader by presenting at industry events and fostering thought leadership. 
• Streamline product development processes through executable specifications, ensuring clarity and alignment across teams. 
• Increase the commercial success of new products by ensuring release readiness and effective go-to-market strategies. 
• Elevate partner and sales enablement, empowering teams to communicate product value and drive adoption. 

What You’ll Need: 

• Deep technical expertise in EDA tools, especially in synthesis, RTL architecture, place and route and ECO methodologies. 
• Proven experience in product management, including roadmap prioritization, MRD/PRD development, and release readiness are a nice to have 
• Strong coding skills for prototyping features and creating executable specifications. 
• Ability to analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive landscapes to inform product strategy. 
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (engineering, sales, marketing, partners) in a fast-paced environment. 
• Familiarity presenting at industry forums, conferences, and customer meetings as a subject matter expert. 

Who You Are:  

• Customer-centric, with a passion for solving complex technical challenges. 
• Analytical and strategic thinker, able to synthesize information and drive actionable decisions. 
• Collaborative leader, skilled at working across teams and building consensus. 
• Effective communicator, comfortable presenting to diverse audiences and stakeholders. 
• Adaptable, curious, and committed to continuous learning and improvement. 
• Inclusive and supportive, fostering a culture of mentorship and teamwork. 

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: 

You’ll join a passionate and innovative product management team at Synopsys, focused on delivering state-of-the-art solutions for semiconductor design, verification, and optimization. Our team works closely with engineering, sales, and marketing to ensure that our tools meet the evolving needs of our customers. Together, we drive product excellence, industry leadership, and customer success.  

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.  

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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.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.