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 13455 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 17/11/2025
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 passionate engineer who thrives in customer-facing roles, blending deep technical expertise with a collaborative spirit. You excel at problem-solving, adapting quickly to complex challenges, and communicating effectively with diverse audiences. Your curiosity drives you to continually learn about evolving semiconductor technologies, and your proactive approach ensures client satisfaction and project success. You value teamwork, sharing knowledge with peers, and contributing to a positive, inclusive work environment. As someone who enjoys working at the intersection of technology and customer engagement, you bring a unique blend of analytical thinking, empathy, and leadership to every project. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and can manage multiple priorities, balancing technical rigor with a strong service orientation. Your attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and ability to build lasting relationships with both customers and internal teams set you apart. Whether tackling technical escalations, providing hands-on support, or delivering training, you are committed to Synopsys’ mission of enabling innovation and shaping the future of technology.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Collaborating directly with customers to understand their technical requirements and deliver tailored solutions for chip design and verification challenges
- Providing expert-level support for Synopsys products, troubleshooting issues, and guiding users through advanced features and best practices.
- Leading technical presentations and product demonstrations to showcase the value and capabilities of Synopsys solutions.
- Developing and delivering training sessions to enable customers to maximize their use of Synopsys tools.
- Serving as the primary technical liaison between customers and Synopsys R&D teams, ensuring feedback and feature requests are communicated effectively.
- Contributing to the creation of application notes, technical guides, and knowledge base articles to support the broader user community.
- Driving post-sales success by ensuring smooth product adoption and customer satisfaction.
The Impact You Will Have:
- Accelerate customer time-to-market by resolving complex technical issues and optimizing design workflows.
- Enhance product quality through direct feedback and collaboration with internal engineering teams.
- Increase customer satisfaction and retention by delivering exceptional support and technical expertise.
- Enable innovation in next-generation semiconductor technologies and applications.
- Strengthen Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted technology partner in the industry.
- Drive continuous improvement in our products through active engagement with end-users.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical support and consultation for VCS simulator and Verdi debug platform.
- Engage with customers to resolve issues, optimize workflows, and improve verification efficiency.
- Collaborate with internal teams to deliver best practices for SystemVerilog, UVM, and low-power verification (UPF).
- Develop and maintain scripts, flows, and documentation to enhance customer experience.
- Troubleshoot and debug complex simulation and verification challenges.
Required Qualifications
- 5–10 years of experience in ASIC/SoC verification or related field.
- Strong proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and UVM methodology.
- Hands-on experience with UPF and low-power verification.
- Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:
You will join a vibrant Customer Application Services team dedicated to enabling customer success and driving adoption of Synopsys’ cutting-edge technologies. The team is focused on delivering world-class support, sharing best practices, and building strong relationships with customers across the semiconductor industry. Collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
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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