Project Director Design Flow (f/m/div)

Infineon Technologies; München; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies in Munich seeks a Project Director Design Flow to lead complex international programs for design-flow software, infrastructure and methodology, with end-to-end accountability for scope, budget, risk and outcomes. Plan and govern the software delivery lifecycle from requirements to deployment; establish pragmatic agile methods and enable transparent, iterative delivery.

Drive cross-functional decisions across global teams, align platform architectures with business needs,

Qualifications

• 8+ years in semiconductor, EDA or software-intensive engineering with leadership of complex international programs.
• University degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics or related field; project management qualification is beneficial.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives with end-to-end accountability for scope, budget, resources, risks and outcomes.
• Experience establishing fit-for-purpose agile methods and software deployment across engineering organizations.
• Ability to translate design-flow and platform architecture into sound business decisions.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders without formal authority.
• Fluent English; German language knowledge is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, international programs for design-flow software, infrastructure and methodology with end-to-end accountability.
• Plan and govern the software delivery lifecycle from requirements through release and handover.
• Establish agile methods enabling transparent prioritization and iterative delivery.
• Safeguard stability during transitions to platform-based chip and IP development with lifecycle governance.
• Align design systems and roadmaps to build scalable, maintainable platforms.
• Drive cross-functional decisions with global teams and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 26262.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile methods

Stakeholder influence

Business impact

English proficiency

German language

Education

Electrical Engineering/CS/Physics degree

Job description

WeAreIn for jobs that impact everyone's life.

Do you want to be the driving spirit behind everything we do?

As a Project Director Design Flow on our Corporate Functions team become the heart of our organization by developing strategies, refining processes, and implementing initiatives that empower our business to thrive.

Are you in?

Your role

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Lead complex, international programs for design-flow software, infrastructure and methodology, with end-to-end accountability for scope, budget, risk, quality and business outcomes
• Plan and govern the software delivery lifecycle—from requirements and work packages through release, deployment and adoption to sustainable operational handover
• Establish pragmatic agile methods for design-flow development, enabling transparent prioritization, iterative delivery, rapid feedback and measurable improvement
• Safeguard stability during the transition to platform-based chip and IP development. Apply controlled change, clear quality criteria, release readiness, lifecycle governance and risk mitigation.
• Align design systems, reusable IP, deployment capabilities and technical roadmaps to build scalable, maintainable platforms that meet project and business needs
• Drive cross-functional decisions and lead global teams without direct authority, ensuring stakeholder commitment and compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 26262 and internal processes

Your profile

Qualifications And Skills To Help You Succeed

• 8+ years in semiconductor, EDA or software-intensive engineering or a comparable technology environment, including proven leadership of complex international projects or programs
• A university degree in electrical engineering, computer science, physics or a related technical discipline; a project-management qualification is beneficial
• Proven ability to lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives with broad organizational reach and end-to-end accountability for scope, budget, resources, risks, dependencies and outcomes
• Demonstrated success establishing fit-for-purpose agile methods and leading stable adoption of software deployment and platform-based ways of working across complex engineering organizations
• Ability to translate design-flow and platform architecture into sound business decisions, balancing value, quality, stability, risk and long-term maintainability
• Proven ability to lead through influence, align senior stakeholders and enable timely decisions across global, cross-functional teams without formal authority
• Fluent English, German is beneficial

WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.

As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.

Are you in?

We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone.

We strive to create the best Infineon for everyone by embracing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants for who they are and offer a workplace built on trust, openness, respect and equal opportunity.

Our hiring decisions are based on skills and experience. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

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