Government Affairs, (Sr) Director

You will play a key role in shaping how Synopsys engages with state and local governments in China, ensuring that our voice is heard and that our business is well-positioned in a complex policy landscape.

Responsibilities:

• Lead state and local government affairs strategy, driving engagement with legislators, regulators, and policymakers across targeted country in China
• Build and maintain bipartisan relationships with key stakeholders across state legislatures, regulatory agencies, and local jurisdictions
• Represent Synopsys in discussions related to legislation, regulation, and public policy impacting microelectronics, R&D, tax, workforce, and supply chain
• Anticipate and evaluate policy developments, assessing risks, opportunities, and potential business impact, then translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Develop and communicate coordinated responses to policy proposals, working closely with internal leadership to align positioning and priorities
• Collaborate with trade associations, industry groups, and external partners to advance Synopsys' objectives and amplify our voice in the policy ecosystem
• Partner with cross-functional teams across Legal, Marketing, Workforce, and Go-To-Market to ensure alignment between public policy strategy and broader corporate objectives

The Impact You Will Have:

• Shape policy outcomes that directly support Synopsys' business priorities and long-term growth in China and markets
• Strengthen relationships with key state and local stakeholders, positioning Synopsys as a trusted partner and credible voice in technology policy
• Help the company navigate regulatory complexity with confidence and strategic clarity, reducing risk and enabling proactive decision-making
• Enable business expansion by identifying opportunities within evolving policy environments before competitors do
• Enhance Synopsys' visibility and credibility across government and industry networks, building our reputation as a leader in the semiconductor and EDA space
• Deliver timely insights on legislative and policy developments that inform executive decision-making and corporate strategy
• Ensure alignment between public policy strategy and broader corporate objectives, so government affairs becomes a true business enabler

Requirements:

• Proven experience in government affairs at the China or local level, ideally within the technology, semiconductor, or engineering sector
• Established relationships with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders across Chinese governments
• Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes, including how bills move through state legislatures and how regulatory agencies operate
• Experience representing a technology or engineering-driven organization, or working within a relevant industry association on policy matters
• Deep knowledge of policy areas such as microelectronics, R&D incentives, tax policy, workforce development, and supply chain
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree such as JD, MBA, MPA, or MPP is preferred
• Ability to analyze complex policy issues and translate them into clear business implications for executives and cross-functional teams