Principal Project Manager

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.

• Work closely with customer to address, track, and facilitate discussions on an expansive list of open issues, topics and initiatives, track Objectives and key results (OKR), Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and other metrics over time.

• Manage a large list of bugs and enhancement requests, using data driven techniques working with various internal technical teams, perform root cause analysis, create reports and dashboard for periodic management updates.

• Work closely with the account teams to scope out services project. Create a Statement of Work (SOW) and cost plans in collaboration with the technical leads and other organizations within Cadence including Cadence Finance and Legal.

• Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring that all deliverables are successfully managed, executed, monitored and controlled such that Customer success and satisfaction are achieved

• Creation, maintenance and tracking of project plans and schedules, activities and issues associated with customer engagement(s).

• Drive project tasks to completion in accordance with schedule, scope and cost constraints. Reports status and other metrics related to the project activity.

• Proactively identify, mitigate and resolve issues.

• Manage and set priorities for resources across teams to achieve project objectives.

• Foster an environment of collaboration, trust, and accountability for teams supporting the project while providing leadership, guidance and motivation to the cross-functional team while resolving internal conflicts.

• Contribute to best practices and efficiency improvements operations/processes.

Position Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience. The ideal candidate possesses experience driving tactical services engagements and initiatives involving customer requests for analog, SOC, verification or package/board expertise. Background in IC design, SOC verification, RTL or IP development along with project management certification considered a plus. Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects along with strong communication / presentation, assessment and analytical skills a must. Some experience in account management and handling customer interface is desirable. Some experience using Excel (or other data tools) to analyze, visualize, mine various metrics etc. on large data sets is a plus. Experience with Cadence design tools is a plus but not a requirement. Occasional domestic and internal travel is required for this position.

Not an entry level position. Requires current US Work Authorization.

The annual salary range for California is $120,400 to $223,600. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. 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.

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