Technical Program Manager, Silicon Product Definition

NVIDIA•Us, CA

About The Position

NVIDIA’s Program Operations group is seeking a Technical Program Manager specializing in Silicon Product Definition. The group is responsible for the product plan from bring-up through production release. This role leads and coordinates the end-to-end lifecycle of semiconductor and system development projects, using expertise in semiconductor development, computer architecture, and business operations to execute projects, meet timelines, and deliver NVIDIA’s next-generation AI, Gaming, and Visualization products. The Program Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams spanning engineering, operations, and marketing. The role manages silicon-based product lifecycles, including planning, key milestone delivery, and production ramp. It provides technical guidance on chip, board, and system development; owns technical requirements collateral, datasheets, and feature POR; and develops and maintains project plans and schedules. The position monitors progress, addresses risks, supports effective communication and alignment across teams, improves program-management processes, and reports project status to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 7 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, or at least 5 years with a master’s degree, in semiconductor, board, and system program management.
Proven track record managing complex projects in microelectronics and closely coordinated systems from concept to delivery.
Hands-on experience developing silicon-based products.
Deep understanding of silicon product development, board development, software, and PDE.
Demonstrated ability to drive hardware product feature tradeoffs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to coordinate with multiple technical and business teams.
Self-directed, driven, highly motivated, and creative, with a consistent record of balancing multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with GPU-related products when driving hardware product feature tradeoffs.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the lifecycle of silicon-based products, including planning, delivery of key milestones, and ramp into mass production.
Collaborate with engineering, design, and marketing teams to define project objectives, requirements, and deliverables.
Provide technical expertise in chip, board, and system product development, guiding teams through technical and execution challenges.
Own technical requirement collateral, datasheets, and feature POR.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules, and work to ensure timely, within-budget execution.
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
Foster communication and teamwork across cross-functional teams to align work with project goals.
Drive continuous-improvement initiatives for program-management processes and operational efficiency.
Prepare and present regular project updates and reports to senior management and stakeholders.