PMO Manager, APAC

Job Description and Requirements

Alternate Job Titles

• PMO Manager, APAC
• Regional Program Management Lead
• Professional Services PMO Manager
• APAC Delivery Manager
• Technical Program Management Manager

We Are

Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.

You Are

You have spent years building PMO organizations that actually deliver, not just track status. You know the difference between a project that ships on time because the team got lucky and one that ships because someone designed the execution model to absorb the inevitable chaos. You are that someone.

You have led teams across time zones and cultures, and you understand that managing a program in Tokyo is not the same as managing one in Seoul or Singapore. You adapt your approach without losing rigor. You build frameworks that scale but do not suffocate the people using them.

You are comfortable in a room with a VP who wants to know why three programs are behind schedule, and you can explain it in two minutes with a plan to fix it. You do not hide problems, you surface them early and bring solutions. You have managed customer-facing delivery teams before, so you know what it feels like when a commitment slips and how to prevent it.

At Synopsys, you will build and lead the PMO function for APAC. The programs are real, the customers matter, and the team you grow will set the standard for how we deliver across the region.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and scale the APAC PMO organization across Japan, Korea, and the broader region, setting the operational foundation for how customer programs are planned, executed, and delivered
• Build and implement PMO methodologies, governance frameworks, and best practices that work across cultures, business units, and customer engagement models in partnership with regional leaders to ensure global consistency.
• Oversee a portfolio of complex customer programs and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals, resource capacity, and delivery commitments
• Partner with the Pipeline and Portfolio team within Professional Services to conduct resource planning, capacity forecasting, and project prioritization across Professional Services, ACE, and customer-facing delivery teams
• Provide executive-level reporting, program health assessments, and strategic recommendations to regional and global leadership

• Partner closely with Sales, Operations, Professional Services, and ACE leaders to align delivery execution with customer commitments and business growth
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers at various levels, building their capability to lead complex programs and grow in their careers

The Impact You Will Have

• You will define how Synopsys delivers customer programs across APAC, setting the standard for execution, governance, and operational excellence
• Your PMO frameworks will enable distributed teams to execute consistently, reducing delivery risk and improving customer satisfaction
• You will create visibility into program health, resource constraints, and capacity planning that helps leadership make better decisions faster
• The team you build and coach will become the backbone of delivery execution across the region, capable of leading complex, multi-stakeholder programs
• Your partnership with Sales and Operations will ensure that what we commit to customers is what we can actually deliver, reducing overcommitment and firefighting
• You will drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement that raises the bar for how we manage programs regionally
• Your work will directly influence customer retention, program profitability, and Synopsys's reputation as a trusted partner in APAC

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or a related field
• PMP Certification, this is non-negotiable
• 10 or more years of Program or Project Management experience, leading complex, customer-facing initiatives
• 5 or more years of leadership experience managing PMO or delivery organizations, including building teams and setting operational standards
• Strong experience managing executive stakeholders and customer relationships, you have been the person in the room when things go sideways
• Experience leading geographically distributed teams across multiple countries and time zones
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal. Experience with EDA, semiconductor, CAE, CAD, PLM, or digital engineering solutions is a strong plus. PgMP, PMI-ACP, or Lean Six Sigma certifications are also a plus.

Who You Are

• You can walk into a program review, spot the risk no one is talking about, and get the team to address it without creating panic

• You build frameworks that help people do their jobs better, not bureaucracy that slows them down
• You have managed teams across cultures and you know how to adapt your leadership style without losing consistency or accountability
• You are comfortable saying no when a commitment does not match capacity, and you can explain why in a way that moves the conversation forward instead of shutting it down
• You think in systems, when one program slips, you are already thinking about the downstream impact on resources, customer expectations, and the next quarter's pipeline
• You are someone people come to when they need clarity, a decision, or a way through a messy situation, and you deliver

The Team You'll Be Part Of

You will report to Sernior Director, PMO and lead the APAC PMO function, working closely with Professional Services, Sales, Operations, and ACE teams across Japan, Korea, and the broader region. This is an onsite role based in Tokyo, requiring you to be in the office 4 to 5 days per week. You will travel up to 25% across APAC to support programs, build relationships, and align execution with regional priorities.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.