Principal Product Manager (Hyperscalers)

Renesas Electronics•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Principal Product Manager will lead the product development process for assigned customer programs, from new product introduction (NPI) through volume ramp. The role ensures project milestones are executed seamlessly and directs teams in resolving technical and logistical obstacles. It drives accountability, visibility, and on-time delivery across engineering, product management, operations, quality, and sales. Customer commitments—including project milestones, engineering samples, and volume ramps—must be executable, scalable, and delivered in a supply-constrained, fast-paced environment. The position supports Renesas Electronics’ growing AI-focused power delivery business. Products include digital power VRMs, multiphase controllers, Smart Power Stages, Vertical Power Stages, Power Towers, and power MOSFETs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in product management, product marketing, or operations within semiconductors.
Strong understanding of NPI processes, supply chain operations, and volume ramp execution.
Experience managing complex, high-visibility customer programs.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Excellent communication, organization, and executive presentation skills.
Strong analytical mindset and ability to create structured execution dashboards.

Nice To Haves

Experience in power electronics or infrastructure markets.

Responsibilities

Own successful execution of assigned customer programs and align internal development timelines with customer expectations.
Identify program risks and proactively drive mitigation plans.
Lead regular internal and customer-facing program reviews.
Understand customer forecasts and volume ramp requirements; coordinate with supply chain, manufacturing, and capacity planning to ensure readiness.
Monitor ramp execution, escalate constraints early, and align customer demand with supply capabilities.
Track engineering sample requested ship dates, lead times, and build status; coordinate cross-functionally to meet sample commitments.
Ensure governance through NPI planning gates and readiness reviews.
Coordinate program execution across Product Line Management, Design Engineering, Applications/FAEs, Operations and Supply Chain, Quality, and Sales.
Establish execution dashboards and KPIs; provide transparent updates on schedule, quality, supply, and risks.
Escalate critical issues with data-driven recommendations.