Senior Staff Hardware Project Manager

Company Description

Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world leading MCUs, SoCs, Analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what’s next in electronics and the

Job Description

Senior Staff Hardware Project Manager

Individual will be responsible for managing the hardware development of SOC/MCU from concept to mass production. During the life cycle of the project, individual would be responsible for -

Responsibilities:

• Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in of HW Chip development (CPU’s/GPU’s/MCU’s/SoC’s/Memory dev etc.)
• Able to plan and manage complex Projects spanning across multiple departments and different development phases (from concept to production).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, verification, software, and manufacturing to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and track progress against milestones.
• Ensure & manage project KPIs.
• Identify the opportunities to improve productivity & development efficiency.
• Should be able to upfront Identify & mitigate the risks.
• Managing timely and clear communication upwards & within the team.
• Communicate project status, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders, including senior management and customers.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies.
• Sharing the best practices with other project managers.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in hardware project management, with a focus on SoC/MCU development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex hardware projects.
• Strong understanding of MCU/SoC architecture, design, and verification processes.
• Leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Preferrable if able to communicate in both Japanese & English

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.