Job Description
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.
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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.
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About the Role
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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.
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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.
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Responsibilities
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Program & Project Leadership
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Owns the end-to-end project lifecycle, driving execution against tight, technically complex deadlines
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Applies strong project management principles across small to large-scale programs
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Owns projects and processes of significant technical importance, with outcomes spanning process development, materials, and engineering teams
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Planning, Risk & Governance
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Creates and manages core PM artifacts including schedules, resource forecasts, and risk/issues logs
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Proactively identifies and mitigates risks before they impact timelines
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Drives process and methodology improvements to increase project and team efficiency
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Cross-Functional & External Coordination
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Aligns multiple international departments (materials scientists, chemists, process engineers) to ensure seamless execution
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Manages external supplier and fab relationships to ensure on-time delivery against program milestones
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Reporting, Ownership & Continuous Improvement
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Collects, analyzes and publishes program performance data via dashboards and status reports
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Translates metrology and experimental data into actionable process improvements
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Works independently with minimal supervision, taking initiative and making decisions that advance team goals
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Requirements
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10+ years managing complex technical programs
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Formal program/project management education. PMP certification or Scrum Master
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Experience managing programs in semiconductor, MEMS, or advanced packaging environments
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Experience in a startup/scale-up setting, comfortable with ambiguity
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Experience coordinating with external fabs/foundries and managing supplier delivery schedules
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Experience leading cross-functional, global technical teams
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Strong technical fluency to engage credibly with
process/fabrication
engineers
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Excellent communication skills, with experience reporting to executive/founder-level stakeholders
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Why Choose Syenta?
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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.
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What We Offer
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Salary Range: $140k - $180k
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Early-stage equity opportunities
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12% superannuation contributions
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Flexible leave policies and a strong work-life balance
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Professional growth in a high-impact, quick-growing deep-tech startup
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Team events and collaborative culture, including company-wide gatherings in Australia
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