Applications Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer

At Synopsys, we’re at the heart of the innovations that change the way we work and play. Self-driving cars , Artificial Intelligence, cloud, 5G , The Internet of Things and list goes on . These breakthroughs are ushering in the Era of Smart Everything and we’re powering it all with the world’s most advanced technologies for chip design and software security. If you share our passion for innovation, we want to meet you. Application Engineering has unique opportunity which combines usage of industries latest and best Synopsys implementation tool Fusion Compiler, solving top notch critical design challenges of customers , working on latest cutting edge technology nodes , foundries and working towards enhancing QOR metrics to achieve best in class PPA and TAT targets of today's emerging semiconductor technologies If you are passionate towards crafting customer success and interested to build exciting career working in cutting edge technology with world's largest EDA company , then this role meets your requirement. 

Responsibilities
 * As Sr. Staff Application Engineer (AE) , you will be
 * Working on latest Synopsys implementation technologies ( Machine Learning , Physical Synthesis , Multi Source CTS etc ) to solve complex PPA challenges faced by Synopsys customers.
 * Working on benchmarks to displace competition implementation solutions
 * Working with customers to develop and debug RTL-GDS implementation methodologies and flows.
 * Providing technical solutions by identifying the design and/or EDA tool issues and provide appropriate solution for customers
 * Effectively translate the findings into requirements for R&D to improve both tool behaviour with enhancements as adaptive long-term solutions. 
 * Involved in deployment of new technologies on latest EDA versions and enable customers to migrate to newer versions achieving best PPA
 * Coming up with proactive understanding of customers pain point and come up with innovative solutions to address the same.
 * Closely interacting with Synopsys R&D team and product development team to develop future technologies
 * This role requires you to act as customers advocate while talking to inhouse R&D, and be a product brand ambassador while engaging with customers.

 Key Qualifications:

 * Passion for innovative solutions , exposure to cutting edge technology and positive approach to customer challenges
 * Design experience should include ASIC design using industry-standard tools (Placement, Optimization, CTS, Routing) 
 * RTL to GDSII full flow experience or knowledge is preferable
 * Strong interest and understanding of Advanced Node & Design methodologies are required.
 * Deep Synopsys Back end  tool (Logical and Physical Synthesis, Timing Closure techniques, Macro Placement, Routing at advanced Node , Static Timing Analysis, including noise analysis) experience and knowledge are required.
 * Excellent verbal and written presentation/communication skills are mandatory.
 * Customer sensitivity, the ability to multiplex many issues & set priorities, and the desire to help customers exploit new technologies are essential for success in the position.

  Preferred Experience: 

 * BE/B.Tech/BS/MS/M.Tech or equivalent, required with 8+ years of experience
 * Tool knowledge expected: Back end P&R tools (Fusion Compiler, ICC2 OR Industry standard P&R tools)
 * Tool knowledge (preferred) : front end Synthesis tools (Fusion Compiler, Design Compiler OR Industry standard synthesis tools), 
 * Tool knowledge (preferred): STA (Primetime).

 Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military veteran status, or disability.

Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military veteran status, or disability.