Principal Applications Engineer

Principal Applications Engineer 

Job Overview

At Synopsys, we’re at the heart of the innovations that change the way we work and play.  In the Silicon Technology Group, we develop software tools that enable fabrication of cutting-edge technologies. If you share our passion for innovation, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast-paced Applications Engineering team working on best-in-class OPC/RET Mask Synthesis tools.  We look for a highly skilled and motivated engineer with a passion for working with customers and R&D to develop and deploy cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing solutions. As an expert user of OPC/MEC/RET, you will employ your analytical and problem-solving skills in a collaborative team environment to address the most challenging problems in computational lithography. 

Responsibilities and Duties

• Review and analyze feedback on product and solutions performance from customers and other application partners, working directly with R&D to develop and implement technical roadmaps, specifications, and validation for improvements and enhancements.
• Provide technical and engineering insight and direction to support and improve usability, applicability, and depolyability to meet customer business needs
• Use innovative techniques and ideas to create/explore new OPC/MEC/RET methods extending Mask Synthesis capability using Machine Learning, AI, and GPUs
• Work with key customers and field support teams to debug and resolve difficult problems from customers side.
• Compile training materials and provide trainings to field application engineers and customers.
• Work with technical publication team for generating product release documents.

Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physical Sciences
• 8+ years of experience in semiconductor field, with a focus on computational lithography.
• Experience with Python, Scripting languages, HPC technologies, GPU and machine learning 
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in troubleshooting and debugging production-related issues

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.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.