Microchip Technology Inc.

Lead the FPGA Business Unit Program Management Office, driving strategic initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful product execution. | Over 17 years of program management experience, leadership skills, and a background in engineering or related fields, with familiarity in managing large-scale, cross-functional programs. | Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! Job Description: Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Associate Director Program Manager to lead the FPGA Business Unit Program Management Office, who will drive strategic initiatives, turn complex challenges into actionable plans, and ensure successful product execution across the BU. This role requires a visionary leader with exceptional organizational skills, strong stakeholder management, knowledge & experience of FPGA platform program management, and a proven ability to deliver complex programs on time and within scope. Key Responsibilities Program Leadership: Own the end-to-end delivery of FPGA programs, aligning objectives with organizational goals, and ensuring actionable & trackable plans exist to meet those goals. Manage the stage gate process used for program development & drive Strategic Planning: Define program roadmap, milestones, and success metrics; ensure alignment with business priorities. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, marketing, solutions, operations, and leadership teams to ensure seamless execution. Risk & Issue Management: Identify risks early, develop mitigation strategies, and maintain program health. Budget & Resource Management: Work with leadership on program budgets, optimize resource allocation, and track execution progress & financial performance. Stakeholder Communication: Provide clear, timely updates to executives and stakeholders; prepare reports and presentations, run core teams and drive stage gate process within the organization. Continuous Improvement: Drive process enhancements and best practices for program management within the department. Requirements/Qualifications: Qualifications Experience: 17+ years in program and/or project management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. Additional experience in engineering and/or product management roles an advantage. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; PMP or equivalent certification preferred. Skills: Strong leadership and team-building capabilities, track record in management Excellent communication and negotiation skills Proficiency in program management tools and methodologies (Jira, MSP, Agile, Waterfall) Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to engage with engineering teams across silicon, software, and customer facing solutions/applications Ability to influence and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders Experience in managing large-scale, cross-functional programs for FPGA product development Travel Time: 0% - 25% Physical Attributes: Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others Physical Requirements: 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing Pay Range: We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below: Benefits of working at Microchip The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $130,000 - $265,000.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience. Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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