Applications Engineering, Sr Engineer

We’re looking for a ApplicationsEngineer to drive the success of Synopsys IC Validator product at top-tier foundry and key customers, particularly in the area of Programmable Electrical Rule Checking (PERC). 

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Work with foundry and key fabless customers to resolve their tool questions, accuracy issue and enable new solution
• Involve developing foundry process design kit (PDK) and validation methodology, working closely with R&D to develop methodologies to solve customer problems and to improve Synopsys tools and flows
• Work with product-level R&D to drive new and improved technologies, methodologies, and tool capabilities, and share and align on best practices. 
• Coordinate with and develop solid relationships with product R&D, AE, end-user, and product manager

Key Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or similar.
• Excellent scripting/programming skills are required, with a preference for Python and shell scripting (TCL, Perl)
• Experience of EDA tool products in any of the areas of PERC, DRC (Design Rule Check), LVS (Layout Versus Schematic), parasitic RC extraction or circuit simulation flow is preferred
• Understanding of complex layout/electrical design rules and layout of complex semiconductor devices would be a plus.
• Possessing in-depth knowledge of ESD (electro-static discharge) and EOS (electrical overstress) or relevant design experience is a big plus
• Exceptional desire to learn, explore new technologies and demonstrate good investigation and problem-solving skills.
• Capability to produce adequate technical documentation
• Exceptional communication, good command of English, and people skill are required

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.