At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and execute impactful semiconductor projects with a focus on innovation and efficiency.
- Company: Join Syenta, a pioneering Australian startup revolutionising semiconductor manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, equity opportunities, flexible leave, and strong work-life balance.
- Other info: Dynamic startup culture with excellent professional growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of tech while leading diverse teams in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in program management, preferably in semiconductors or advanced packaging.
The predicted salary is between 140000 - 180000 $ per year.
About Syenta
Syenta is pioneering a new era in semiconductor manufacturing with our groundbreaking Localised Electrochemical Manufacturing (LEM) technology. Our platform enables advanced packaging by combining patterning and metallisation into a single tool. We achieve high-speed, high-resolution metallisation at lower costs and energy use, while minimising emissions and waste. Founded in Australia, we are building a world-class team of engineers and scientists tackling some of the toughest challenges in semiconductor manufacturing. Our collaborative, people-first culture empowers individuals to take ownership, innovate, and deliver breakthrough results.
About the Role
Syenta is seeking a high-ownership Program Manager to directly lead and execute several critical and highly impactful company projects. In this role, you will not just facilitate but own the end-to-end project lifecycle under tight deadlines. You will serve as the central driving force aligning multiple international departments to ensure seamless execution. This position requires an autonomous, self-directed leader who thrives within complex and dynamic ecosystems. The ideal candidate will possess the analytical mindset to proactively mitigate risks before they impact timelines.
Responsibilities
- Program & Project Leadership
- Owns the end-to-end project lifecycle, driving execution against tight, technically complex deadlines.
- Applies strong project management principles across small to large-scale programs.
- Owns projects and processes of significant technical importance, with outcomes spanning process development, materials, and engineering teams.
- Planning, Risk & Governance
- Creates and manages core PM artifacts including schedules, resource forecasts, and risk/issues logs.
- Proactively identifies and mitigates risks before they impact timelines.
- Drives process and methodology improvements to increase project and team efficiency.
- Cross-Functional & External Coordination
- Aligns multiple international departments (materials scientists, chemists, process engineers) to ensure seamless execution.
- Manages external supplier and fab relationships to ensure on-time delivery against program milestones.
- Reporting, Ownership & Continuous Improvement
- Collects, analyzes and publishes program performance data via dashboards and status reports.
- Translates metrology and experimental data into actionable process improvements.
- Works independently with minimal supervision, taking initiative and making decisions that advance team goals.
Requirements
- 10+ years managing complex technical programs.
- Formal program/project management education. PMP certification or Scrum Master.
- Experience managing programs in semiconductor, MEMS, or advanced packaging environments.
- Experience in a startup/scale-up setting, comfortable with ambiguity.
- Experience coordinating with external fabs/foundries and managing supplier delivery schedules.
- Experience leading cross-functional, global technical teams.
- Strong technical fluency to engage credibly with process/fabrication engineers.
- Excellent communication skills, with experience reporting to executive/founder-level stakeholders.
Why Choose Syenta?
We're passionate about building a diverse, people-first company. Our culture of collaboration and mutual respect fuels innovation capable of redefining an industry. At Syenta, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership, lead high-impact teams, and shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing.
What We Offer
- Salary Range: $140k – $180k.
- Early-stage equity opportunities.
- 12% superannuation contributions.
- Flexible leave policies and a strong work-life balance.
- Professional growth in a high-impact, fast-growing deep-tech startup.
- Team events and collaborative culture, including company-wide gatherings in Australia.
Senior TPM – Global Programs in Semiconductors in Sydney employer: Syenta
Syenta is an exceptional employer, fostering a collaborative and people-first culture that empowers engineers to take ownership and innovate in the fast-paced world of semiconductor manufacturing. With a focus on professional growth, competitive salary packages, and early-stage equity opportunities, employees are encouraged to thrive while contributing to groundbreaking technology. Located in Australia, Syenta offers a unique chance to be part of a world-class team dedicated to redefining industry standards and achieving high-impact results.
