Program Manager

Overview Rambus, a premierchip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer,is seekingto hirean exceptionalProgram Manager.In this role, youwill beworking withsome of the brightest inventors and engineers in the world developingproductsthat make data faster and safer. As a Program Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in leading complex, company-wide initiatives in memory technologies, driving innovation across memory architectures, high-speed interfaces, memory subsystems, and next-generation memory solutions. This role combines deep technical expertise with strong program leadership to plan, execute, and deliver cross-functional initiatives aligned with strategic business objectives, while shaping future technologies, products, and overall business direction. In this full-time role, you’ll report directly to our Director of Engineering Program Management. Rambus offers a flexible work environment, embracinga hybrid approach formostoffice-basedroles.Employeesare encouragedtospend an average of at leastthree days per weekonsite,allowing fortwodaysof remote work. Responsibilities Program Leadership Define program scope, goals, and success metrics aligned with organizational strategy Manage program roadmaps, timelines, and deliverables Coordinate and drive execution across multiple interdependent projects Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with stakeholders across engineering, productmanagement, operations, finance, and other teams Facilitate communication and alignment between teams and leadership Resolve cross-team dependencies and remove blockers Execution & Delivery Monitor program progress and ensure milestones are met on schedule Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive accountability across teams Stakeholder Management Communicate program status, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders Manage expectations and ensure alignment on priorities Process Improvement Establish and optimize program management processes and best practices Continuously improve workflows, tools, and reporting mechanisms Promote operational excellence and efficiency Data & Reporting Track performance metrics and KPIs Provide regular reporting and insights to leadership Use data to inform decisions and drive program success Scope & Independence Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives, strategies, and execution approaches for critical initiatives Influences decision-making and direction across organizations without formal authority Serves as a key driver of vision, innovation, and technical excellence in security Qualifications Required Qualifications Minimum of10-15years of related experience in security, engineering, or technology leadership Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs Strong organizational and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Experience with program management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project) Expertise across multiple areas of such as: Memory technology(DDR5, LPDDR5/6, HBM3/4) Familiarity with memory controllersPHYs andunderstanding of ASIC/SoC development flow. Key Competencies Strategic thinking Leadership and influence without authority Risk management Decision-making Adaptability and resilience Attention to detail with a big-picture mindset Work Environment Fast-paced, collaborative environment Requires managing multiple priorities simultaneously May involve cross-time-zone coordination Located inHillsboro OR About Rambus Rambus is a global company that makes industry-leading memory interface chips and Silicon IP to advance data center connectivity and solve the bottleneck between memory and processing. With over 30 years of semiconductor experience, we are a leading provider of high-performance products and innovations that maximize the bandwidth, capacity and security for AI and other data-intensive workloads. Our world-class team is the foundation of our company, and our innovative spirit drives us to develop thecutting-edgeproducts and technologies essential for tomorrow’s systems. Rambus offers a competitive compensation packageincludingbase salary, bonus, equity, matching 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, time-off program, and gym membership. TheUSsalary range for thisfull-timeposition is $140,800 to $261,400.Our salary ranges aredeterminedby role,leveland location. The successful candidate’s starting pay will bedeterminedbased on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, worklocationand market conditions. At Rambus, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. We value a range of perspectives and experiences that contribute to innovation and collaboration. Our goal is to ensure that all team members haveequitableaccess to opportunities, resources, and a sense of belonging. We believe that a culture of fairness and inclusion helps us all do ourbest work. Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi... Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veteransduringour job application procedures. If yourequireassistanceoran accommodationdue to a disability,please feel free to inform us in your application. Rambus does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitmentagenciesor fee-based recruitment services. For more information about Rambus, visit rambus.com. Foradditionalinformation on life at Rambus and our current openings, check outrambus.com/careers/. #J-18808-Ljbffr