Principal Program Manager, Enterprise AI Strategy & Governance
Technology, Data & Digital · Data, AI & Analytics · Artificial Intelligence · Data Science · Machine Learning
In short
Synopsys is seeking a Principal Program Manager for Enterprise AI Strategy & Governance in Bengaluru, India. This role involves leading and scaling the AI governance operating model, partnering with stakeholders to evaluate AI technologies, and operationalizing governance frameworks to balance innovation with risk. The ideal candidate has a technical degree and over 12 years of experience in enterprise-scale technical programs, with a strong understanding of AI technologies and governance challenges.
Responsibilities
- Lead and scale Synopsys' enterprise AI Governance operating model across GenAI, LLMs, Agentic AI, third-party AI solutions, and internal AI applications.
- Establish processes for intake, evaluation, approval, monitoring, risk management, and lifecycle oversight of AI technologies.
- Partner with Legal, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Compliance, Procurement, Engineering, Product, IT, and business stakeholders to evaluate AI technologies and use cases.
- Ensure alignment across risk, regulatory compliance, IP protection, privacy, and security requirements.
- Operationalize governance frameworks including NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF), ISO/IEC 42001, and Responsible AI principles.
- Define governance patterns for Agentic AI systems, including access controls, monitoring, auditability, and lifecycle management.
- Drive AI Academy initiatives in partnership with People and business leaders to build AI literacy, responsible AI awareness, and role-specific AI skills.
- Develop governance metrics, executive dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to drive transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Support strategic AI ecosystem partnerships, platform evaluations, and technology provider assessments.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
- 12+ years of experience leading complex enterprise-scale technical programs within software, semiconductor, cloud, AI, or high-tech environments.
- Experience building or operating AI Governance, Responsible AI, technology risk, compliance, cybersecurity, or enterprise transformation programs.
- Strong understanding of Generative AI, LLMs, Agentic AI, AI platforms, and AI adoption challenges within large organizations.
- Experience coordinating cross-functional reviews involving Legal, Privacy, Cybersecurity, Compliance, Product, Engineering, and business stakeholders.
- Experience with portfolio management and workflow tools such as Jira, SharePoint, Confluence etc.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with governance and risk frameworks such as NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, and emerging AI regulatory requirements is a plus.
- Experience driving enterprise adoption, change management, workforce enablement, or AI upskilling initiatives is a plus.
Benefits
- Comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits.
- Total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings.
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Company
Synopsys Inc
Job Posted
1 month ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Bengaluru, India
Qualification
Bachelor, Master
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