Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer
Overview
Our Hardware Engineers at Synopsys are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. They work on intricate tasks such as chip architecture, circuit design, and verification to ensure the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor products. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technology and enabling innovations in various industries.
Job Description
Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 13017 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 30/11/2025
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:
You are a proactive, customer-oriented engineer passionate about advancing semiconductor technologies. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to solve complex technical challenges, collaborating with leading foundries and design teams. You possess a strong foundation in ASIC design flow, VLSI, and CAD engineering, and are comfortable navigating the intricacies of EDA tools and physical design. Your communication skills enable you to build trust with customers, translating their needs into actionable solutions and ensuring seamless product implementation. You are resourceful, adaptable, and able to exercise sound judgment while tackling technical issues. Your creative approach to problem-solving and drive for excellence enable you to contribute meaningfully to both individual projects and broader team initiatives. You value diversity and inclusivity, and you are committed to continuous learning, staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies. By joining Synopsys, you seek to make a tangible impact on the future of high-performance silicon, and you are motivated by opportunities to grow, innovate, and collaborate in a global, supportive environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Managing and providing ICV runset support for key foundry customers, ensuring optimal product performance and customer satisfaction.
- Delivering post-sales technical expertise during the runset programming, implementation, and maintenance of Synopsys products.
- Implementing detailed customer installation requirements and customizing solutions to fit unique client environments.
- Ensuring client needs are met and that Synopsys solutions function according to technical specifications and industry standards.
- Collaborating with sales teams to provide pre-sales technical support, contributing to successful business development and customer onboarding.
- Troubleshooting and resolving moderately complex technical issuesve:
- Empowering customers to efficiently deploy and maximize the value of Synopsys EDA solutions in their design workflows.
- Enhancing customer satisfaction and strengthening long-term partnerships with key foundry clients.
- Driving successful product adoptions and implementations, contributing directly to Synopsys’ market leadership.
- Supporting the technical excellence of customer projects, enabling innovative chip design and verification outcomes.
- Facilitating knowledge transfer, helping customers understand and leverage advanced product features.
- Identifying opportunities for product improvements and feeding insights back to development teams for continuous innovation.
What You’ll Need:
- Basic understanding of the design process, with a preference for Design Rule Checking (DRC).
- Solid grasp of ASIC design flow, VLSI concepts, and/or CAD engineering principles.
- Familiarity with competitive EDA tool products and expertise in areas such as Verification, Place and Route, Design Reuse, and/or Physical Design.
- Ability to manage projects from initiation through completion, delivering high-quality technical solutions.
- Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise judgment in selecting methods and techniques to obtain solutions.
Who You Are:
- Collaborative and effective communicator, able to build strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
- Resourceful and adaptable, thriving in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.
- Open-minded and inclusive, embracing diverse perspectives and fostering an environment of belonging.
- Self-motivated and eager to learn, continuously seeking opportunities for growth and innovation.
The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:
You will join the Customer Application Services team, a group of passionate engineers dedicated to delivering technical excellence and customer success. The team works closely with foundries, design teams, and sales professionals, providing deep expertise and support throughout the product lifecycle. You’ll collaborate in a culture of innovation, knowledge sharing, and mutual respect, where every member’s contribution is valued and celebrated.
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.
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.
Benefits
At Synopsys, innovation is driven by our incredible team around the world. We feel honored to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals who choose to make a difference here every day. We're proud to provide the comprehensive benefits and rewards that our team truly deserves.
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Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.
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Time Away
In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.
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Family Support
Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.
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Retirement Plans
Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.
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Compensation
Competitive salaries.
** Benefits vary by country and region - check with your recruiter to confirm
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