Silicon Operations Program Manager

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
136K-276K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Hardware • Robotics • Metaverse
The Role
Manage day-to-day silicon operations programs including NPI supply, scheduling, risk and dependency tracking, cross-functional coordination with engineering, foundry, supply chain and OSATs, reporting, process improvement, and driving issue closure and accountability to ensure chip supply and operational readiness.
Summary Generated by Built In

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.

We are seeking a highly organized Silicon Operations Program Manager to support planning, implementation, and cross-functional coordination, with a focus on achieving flawless silicon operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive, diligent program manager who thrives in complex environments. This role demands someone who can manage operational details, communicate clearly, and bring structure to fast-paced silicon operations programs. They will work across teams, encouraging responsibility, keeping teams aligned across engineering, planning, supply chain, and business operations. This role involves helping operations leadership make informed decisions through clear reporting and focused execution.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Own day-to-day tactical program management for silicon operations activities, schedules, achievements, and deliverables.

  • Track, coordinate, and communicate action items, risks, dependencies, and NPI supply status across teams.

  • Coordinate planning and implementation across engineering, foundry, supply chain, and OSATs.

  • Support silicon programs, including test HW procurement and allocation, engineering build requests, operational/material planning, capacity tracking, chip supply forecast, and logistics.

  • Bring clarity to ambiguous situations by coordinating inputs, identifying gaps, and driving accountability for NPI chip supply.

  • Develop and maintain trackers, reports, and process documentation.

  • Call out blockers, drive closure on open issues, and ensure decisions are communicated clearly.

  • Continuously improve workflows, communication rhythms, and operational processes.

What We Need To See:

  • 8+ years of experience in planning, supply chain, program management, business operations, or a related field.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize various tasks, collaborators, and deadlines.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience in preparing daily/weekly leadership-level updates.

  • Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Tableau, Power BI, SAP, or similar planning/reporting tools.

  • Experience tracking program metrics, risks, actions, dependencies, and results.

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

  • Ownership approach with the ability to foster accountability without direct authority.

Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd:

  • Experience in semiconductor, silicon, hardware, manufacturing, or technology operations.

  • Background supporting NPI, supply readiness, capacity planning, and silicon lifecycle.

  • PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, or similar project/program management certification.

  • Experience working with global teams and managing complex collaborator environments.

  • Proven track record improving operational processes, reporting systems, or cross-functional workflows and strong analytical skills with the ability to transform data into clear insights, decisions, and action plans.

Does this excite you? If so, you might be the one we're looking for! Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/ 

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 136,000 USD - 218,500 USD for Level 4, and 176,000 USD - 276,000 USD for Level 5.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until July 13, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Skills Required

  • 8+ years of experience in planning, supply chain, program management, business operations, or a related field.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks, collaborators, and deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing daily/weekly leadership-level updates.
  • Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Tableau, Power BI, SAP, or similar planning/reporting tools.
  • Experience tracking program metrics, risks, actions, dependencies, and results.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
  • Ownership approach with ability to foster accountability without direct authority.
  • Experience in semiconductor, silicon, hardware, manufacturing, or technology operations.
  • Background supporting NPI, supply readiness, capacity planning, and silicon lifecycle.
  • PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, or similar project/program management certification.
  • Experience working with global teams and managing complex collaborator environments.
  • Proven track record improving operational processes, reporting systems, or cross-functional workflows and strong analytical skills.

NVIDIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NVIDIA and has not been reviewed or approved by NVIDIA.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity awards and a discounted ESPP are highlighted as core parts of total compensation, enabling employees to share in the company’s success. Stock-based compensation and the two-year lookback ESPP are consistently described as especially valuable.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is portrayed as robust, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options alongside mental health support and on-site care resources. Employer HSA contributions and wellness perks reinforce the depth of the offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs are depicted as strong, featuring a meaningful 401(k) match with Roth options and support for Mega Backdoor Roth contributions. These elements position long-term savings as a notable advantage of the total rewards package.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
21,960 Employees
Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

NVIDIA’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Today, NVIDIA is increasingly known as “the AI computing company.”

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