Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer (Prototyping)

Job Location: Hsinchu

We Are: At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are: An ideal candidate for the Application Engineer for Prototyping role at Synopsys is a highly motivated and skilled professional with a solid background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. You bring a blend of technical acumen and interpersonal skills, allowing you to navigate complex technical landscapes while effectively communicating with diverse teams. You have hands-on experience with FPGA prototyping platforms and a knack for debugging and solving intricate design issues. You’re a team player who thrives in collaborative environments and are always eager to learn and grow.

With a deep understanding of RTL to FPGA porting using tools like Vivado or Synplify, you have the expertise to manage FPGA compile/runtime/debug processes. Your familiarity with scripting languages such as Perl, Python, Tcl, CSH, BASH, and Makefile, coupled with your fluent English reading and writing skills, makes you an asset in technical discussions and documentation.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deploy and evaluate Synopsys prototyping solutions successfully.
• Collaborate with customers, Sales, Marketing, and R&D teams to resolve complex technical issues.
• Provide pre-sales evaluations and post-sales support, including HAPS hardware and daughter board maintenance.
• Develop collaterals and technical documentation.
• Analyze and resolve complex design porting and HAPS bring-up issues.
• Ensure a stable HAPS platform for customers' ASIC/SoC designs.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhance customer satisfaction by providing robust prototyping solutions.
• Drive successful deployment and adoption of Synopsys HAPS systems.
• Contribute to the development of state-of-the-art prototyping flows.
• Improve Synopsys' market position as a leader in prototyping solutions.
• Facilitate seamless communication and project management across teams.
• Support the innovation and development of high-performance silicon chips and software.

What You’ll Need:

• A college degree (or above) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience in porting RTL to FPGA using Vivado or Synplify/Protocompiler/Protosynthesis.
• Expertise in FPGA prototyping platforms like HAPS, S2C, or TalentPros.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, Tcl, CSH, BASH, and Makefile.
• Fluent English reading and writing skills, especially for technical specifications.

Who You Are:

• A good team player with strong communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and possess excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies.
• Capable of working under moderate supervision and handling diverse scope problems.
• A seasoned professional with a creative approach to applying comprehensive knowledge.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: You will join a dynamic and innovative team that focuses on deploying and supporting Synopsys' industry-leading prototyping solutions. This team collaborates closely with multiple departments, including Sales, Marketing, and R&D, to drive the success of our customers' projects and enhance the overall performance of our products.

Rewards and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

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.