Leadership Development, Principal

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You are an experienced talent development leader who thrives on partnering with diverse teams to drive meaningful change. You possess deep expertise in leadership development, talent management, and organizational effectiveness, with a proven track record of architecting impactful programs in dynamic, global environments. Your approach is both strategic and pragmatic—you balance big-picture thinking with a relentless focus on execution and outcomes.

You’re energized by complexity and ambiguity, using curiosity and analytical rigor to uncover insights, diagnose needs, and deliver solutions that move the needle for leaders and the business. You are a trusted advisor and collaborative partner, comfortable communicating with senior executives and stakeholders across functions. You bring strong facilitation skills, modeling inclusive leadership behaviors, and creating psychologically safe spaces for learning and growth.

You have a passion for leveraging new technologies (such as AI) to innovate learning experiences and drive scalable impacts. Your orientation is one of continuous improvement, always seeking feedback and data to refine programs and maximize measurable results. Above all, you are committed to advancing Synopsys’ people strategy, helping leaders grow, navigate complexity, and foster a positive employee experience.

• Partner with Talent Partners and business leaders to assess leadership capability needs, identify gaps, and recommend targeted development solutions aligned with Synopsys' talent strategy.
• Serve as a strategic consultant and trusted advisor on leadership effectiveness, readiness, and development pathways across global leader populations.
• Design, evolve, and manage enterprise leadership development experiences—including manager fundamentals, academies, and cohort-based programs—grounded in adult learning principles.
• Lead and support the deployment of leadership initiatives across regions and functions, ensuring clarity, consistency, and impactful execution.
• Collaborate with facilitators, vendors, and Talent COE colleagues to deliver engaging learning experiences, manage program materials, timelines, and stakeholder communications.
• Synthesize data and insights to inform program design, define success measures, and continuously improve the impact of leadership development investments.
• Facilitate workshops, cohorts, and learning experiences that foster inclusion, reflection, and real-world application for leaders at all levels.
• Contribute to a collaborative, execution-focused culture within the Leadership Development team and the broader Talent Center of Excellence.

• Enable Synopsys leaders to apply learning in meaningful ways, driving measurable improvements in leadership capability and organizational performance.
• Deliver high‑quality, scalable leadership programs that are clearly aligned with business priorities and enterprise talent strategy.
• Build strong, trusted partnerships with People Partners, business leaders, facilitators, and Talent COE colleagues.
• Advance a cohesive, enterprise‑aligned leadership development portfolio through continuous improvement based on data and feedback.
• Foster a consistent, positive leadership experience that strengthens Synopsys’ values and culture.
• Support leaders in navigating complexity, leading growth, and enhancing employee engagement across the organization.

• 8–10+ years of experience in leadership development, talent management, organizational development, or related fields.
• Demonstrated success designing and delivering leadership development solutions in complex, global, or matrixed organizations.
• Strong consulting and facilitation skills, with the ability to influence senior…