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Engineering Program Manager
Accepting applicationsSandisk · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Full-Time Mid_senior AIASICFPGA
Estimated market salary
₹22-40 LPA
This is a SiliconBoard market estimate, not an employer-posted salary.
Posted
4d ago
Category
Design
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
India
Company Description
Sandiskunderstands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.
Sandiskmeets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibilityforward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globallyforinnovation, performance and quality.
Sandiskhas two facilities recognized by the World EconomicForum as part of the Global Lighthouse Networkforadvanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthousesforbreakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world movingforward.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to drive execution excellence across complex ASIC/Product development programs. This role partners closely with ASIC/FPGA, Firmware Engineering, Validation, Architecture, and Cross‑Functional stakeholders to ensure predictable delivery, risk management, and transparent execution across multiple concurrent firmware projects.
The ideal candidate brings strong program management fundamentals combined with working knowledge of firmware / Validation/ embedded systems, enabling effective engagement with engineering teams and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Delivery Management
Own end‑to‑end project execution for one or more ASIC/FPGA/Validation programs, from planning through release.
Build and maintain integrated project plans covering development, validation, integration, and release milestones.
Drive milestone tracking, dependency management, and timely escalation of risks and issues.
Ensure delivery commitments are met in terms of schedule, scope, and quality.
Execution Tracking & Reporting
Establish and maintain execution dashboards using JIRA, dashboards, EasyBI, SmartSheets, or similar tools. Hands on experience with AI based reporting/dashboard tools will be a plus
Track sprint execution, feature progress, defect trends, validation readiness, and release health.
Prepare clear, concise management summaries for senior leadership reviews.
Ensure action items from reviews and interlocks are tracked to closure.
Stakeholder & Cross‑Functional Coordination
Act as the primary execution interface between ASIC, Firmware Engineering, Validation, Hardware, System, Product, and Operations teams.
Drive regular interlocks, syncs, and reviews to align on priorities, risks, and mitigation plans.
Facilitate effective communication across geographically distributed teams.
Process & Operational Excellence
Support adoption of Agile / Scrum like execution models within firmware teams.
Help standardize execution practices, reporting formats, and release readiness criteria.
Identify execution gaps and continuously improve planning, tracking, and reporting mechanisms.
Budget & Resource Tracking
Support budget consolidation, spend tracking, and forecasting for firmware programs.
Track contractor/vendor engagement, PO execution, and alignment with financial plans.
Ensure timely execution of staffing and resource requests
Qualifications
Key Skills
Engineering Program Management
ASIC/Product Development Lifecycle Awareness
JIRA, Dashboards, EasyBI, SmartSheets, MS Project
Agile / Scrum Execution
Risk & Dependency Management
Stakeholder Management
Executive Communication & Reporting
Budget & Spend Tracking
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in Engineering Program Management, Project Management, or PMO roles, preferably supporting firmware, embedded, or systems teams.
Strong hands‑on experience with JIRA, dashboards, and project tracking tools.
Solid understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies, sprint planning, and execution tracking.
Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive alignment in ambiguous environments.
Experience supporting firmware validation, integration, or release cycles.
Familiarity with build & release tools and firmware execution metrics.
Strong conflict resolution and people skills, with the ability to drive teams toward shared goals without direct authority.
Additional Information
Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us atjobs.accommodations@sandisk.comto advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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Sandiskunderstands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.
Sandiskmeets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibilityforward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globallyforinnovation, performance and quality.
Sandiskhas two facilities recognized by the World EconomicForum as part of the Global Lighthouse Networkforadvanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthousesforbreakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world movingforward.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to drive execution excellence across complex ASIC/Product development programs. This role partners closely with ASIC/FPGA, Firmware Engineering, Validation, Architecture, and Cross‑Functional stakeholders to ensure predictable delivery, risk management, and transparent execution across multiple concurrent firmware projects.
The ideal candidate brings strong program management fundamentals combined with working knowledge of firmware / Validation/ embedded systems, enabling effective engagement with engineering teams and leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Program & Delivery Management
Own end‑to‑end project execution for one or more ASIC/FPGA/Validation programs, from planning through release.
Build and maintain integrated project plans covering development, validation, integration, and release milestones.
Drive milestone tracking, dependency management, and timely escalation of risks and issues.
Ensure delivery commitments are met in terms of schedule, scope, and quality.
Execution Tracking & Reporting
Establish and maintain execution dashboards using JIRA, dashboards, EasyBI, SmartSheets, or similar tools. Hands on experience with AI based reporting/dashboard tools will be a plus
Track sprint execution, feature progress, defect trends, validation readiness, and release health.
Prepare clear, concise management summaries for senior leadership reviews.
Ensure action items from reviews and interlocks are tracked to closure.
Stakeholder & Cross‑Functional Coordination
Act as the primary execution interface between ASIC, Firmware Engineering, Validation, Hardware, System, Product, and Operations teams.
Drive regular interlocks, syncs, and reviews to align on priorities, risks, and mitigation plans.
Facilitate effective communication across geographically distributed teams.
Process & Operational Excellence
Support adoption of Agile / Scrum like execution models within firmware teams.
Help standardize execution practices, reporting formats, and release readiness criteria.
Identify execution gaps and continuously improve planning, tracking, and reporting mechanisms.
Budget & Resource Tracking
Support budget consolidation, spend tracking, and forecasting for firmware programs.
Track contractor/vendor engagement, PO execution, and alignment with financial plans.
Ensure timely execution of staffing and resource requests
Qualifications
Key Skills
Engineering Program Management
ASIC/Product Development Lifecycle Awareness
JIRA, Dashboards, EasyBI, SmartSheets, MS Project
Agile / Scrum Execution
Risk & Dependency Management
Stakeholder Management
Executive Communication & Reporting
Budget & Spend Tracking
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in Engineering Program Management, Project Management, or PMO roles, preferably supporting firmware, embedded, or systems teams.
Strong hands‑on experience with JIRA, dashboards, and project tracking tools.
Solid understanding of Agile / Scrum methodologies, sprint planning, and execution tracking.
Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive alignment in ambiguous environments.
Experience supporting firmware validation, integration, or release cycles.
Familiarity with build & release tools and firmware execution metrics.
Strong conflict resolution and people skills, with the ability to drive teams toward shared goals without direct authority.
Additional Information
Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us atjobs.accommodations@sandisk.comto advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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