Program Manager

Zilogic Systems; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Zilogic Systems in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead complex semiconductor projects, from planning to delivery. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage IP/SoC relationships, and drive on‑time, within‑budget execution of high‑performance SOC initiatives.

The role requires deep domain knowledge in physical design, strong program management capabilities and a track record of delivering multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 12–20 years of experience in semiconductor industry or related field (e.g., VLSI).
• Strong understanding of physical design principles and processes in chip development.
• Proven program management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan and drive Physical Design IP development, testing and delivery to SoC alongside senior engineers.
• Negotiate schedule, scope and resources to meet aggressive delivery targets for high‑performance SOCs.
• Lead interdepartmental discussions to set milestones, define plans, and establish program policies.
• Manage IP‑SoC relationships and coordinate across internal teams and external partners.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans; proactively address project conflicts.
• Roll up project status, budgets and risks to senior management on a regular cadence.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Risk mitigation

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities :

• Manage program execution from planning to delivery, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget and scope.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify project requirements, develop project plans, and track progress against milestones.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and internal teams to ensure successful program outcomes.
• Analyze data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and areas for cost reduction.

Job Requirements :

• 12-20 years of experience in semiconductor industry or related field (e.g., VLSI).
• Strong understanding of physical design principles and processes in chip development.
• Proven program management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate, plan and drive Physical Design IP development, testing and delivery to SoC alongside the smartest minds in the industry
• Negotiate schedule, scope and line up resources to meet aggressive schedules to deliver best in class efficient, high-performance SOCs.
• Organize and lead interdepartmental discussions to set project milestones/schedules, plans of records, define project tasks, establish program policies and processes.
• Responsible for managing IP-SoC relationship.
• Troubleshoot program issues and help to develop alternative program tasks, schedules, milestones, resource plans, processes etc. to resolve program issues and conflicts.
• Determine risks, develop mitigation strategies, and communicate information to internal and external key stakeholders. Must be able to proactively drive and solve problems to solutions.
• Roll-up and report regularly to senior management-executives on key development milestones, budget, metrics, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Develop processes to increase the productivity and efficiency of the team.
• Manage teams through design, development, validation, test, manufacturing, deployment, and sustaining activities for hardware products.
• Be an advocate for the program in cross-functional and stakeholder meetings