Head of Program & Portfolio Management – SerDes Networking Solutions

About the role

NXP is looking for an experienced Director of Program Management for its SerDes Networking Solutions business to build, lead and scale the Program Management function. You will be accountable for end-to-end program management across product definition, execution and customer engagement, and for shaping portfolio, resource and execution governance in a fast-growing, post-acquisition environment. You will be a key member of the Product Line leadership team.

Key responsibilities

• Build, lead and develop the Program Management competence and team for the SerDes Networking Solutions segment.
• Drive project portfolio and pipeline management, aligning investments, priorities and resources with business strategy and budget constraints.
• Oversee program definition, including market input, product positioning and execution strategy (make/buy/partner).
• Partner with Product Line leadership on portfolio decisions.
• Drive disciplined planning, risk management, budget tracking and milestone control across multi-site, cross-functional teams.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality internal and external reporting on program status, risks and corrective actions.
• Act as executive interface for key OEMs and Tier-1s, aligned with Sales, CAS, FAEs and Product Management.
• Support the integration of Aviva Links into NXP's way of working, with scalable program structures, processes and governance.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Engineering; MBA is a plus.
• 15+ years of experience in automotive or high-tech industries, with significant leadership responsibility in program, product or general management roles.
• Proven track record leading large, cross-functional, multi-site projects with substantial budget and revenue responsibility.
• Strong background in complex system development (hardware, software, validation, qualification) and automotive NPI processes.
• Deep understanding of automotive networking, ADAS/IVI systems or closely related domains.
• Ability to influence at executive level and operate in a global, multicultural environment.

What we offer

• Base salary range of $220,400 to $303,100 per year (California only).
• Health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) and paid leave.
• Incentive compensation and/or equity for certain roles.