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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
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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

Date posted 03/22/2026

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 16519 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 03/22/2026

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 and resourceful engineering professional eager to bridge cutting-edge technology with real-world applications. With a strong background in electrical engineering, communications, or electromagnetics, you thrive in dynamic environments where your technical expertise and relationship-building skills make a tangible impact. You enjoy solving complex challenges, collaborating across teams, and engaging directly with customers to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. You possess deep knowledge of simulation techniques and are comfortable working with leading commercial software packages.

Your ability to communicate technical concepts clearly sets you apart—you excel at facilitating webinars, presentations, and technical discussions for diverse audiences. You are a proactive problem-solver, able to own customer issues and drive them to resolution. You consistently seek to improve processes and share best practices, contributing to the growth and knowledge base of your team. Adaptable and organized, you skillfully manage multiple high-impact projects and thrive in fast-paced, customer-focused settings. Your curiosity drives you to stay at the forefront of industry trends and technologies, and you are eager to translate customer requirements into innovative product features.

You are open to travel and enjoy the opportunity to connect with customers and colleagues across regions. Whether interacting with senior business leaders or hands-on engineers, you bring professionalism, empathy, and a collaborative spirit to every engagement. Fluent in English, you are comfortable leading technical discussions and producing clear, insightful documentation. Above all, you are motivated by the opportunity to drive positive outcomes for customers and help shape the next generation of engineering solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Providing advanced technical support and guidance to customers and Channel Partners, ensuring timely and high-quality service that boosts customer satisfaction and productivity.
  •   Owning customer problems, proactively engaging with selected accounts to deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to their business and engineering needs.
  •   Participating in presales activities, supporting sales campaigns, and articulating the value proposition of Simulation & Analysis(S&A) Electromagnetics software (HFSS/SIwave/Q3D/Circuit).
  •   Collaborating with product development teams to gather customer requirements and translate them into new product capabilities; testing new releases on industrial problems.
  •   Scoping and delivering professional services, including simulation best practices, solutions, and FAQs for the knowledge base.
  •   Sharing knowledge and creating best practices through internal corporate initiatives, supporting both discipline-specific and cross-disciplinary learning.
  •   Facilitating and conducting webinars, presentations, and technical workshops for a variety of audiences, including senior managers and C-level executives.

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Enhancing customer satisfaction and retention by providing expert technical support and solutions.
  •   Driving software adoption and revenue growth through effective presales and professional service engagements.
  •   Accelerating product innovation by translating customer feedback and requirements into actionable improvements for Simulation & Analysis(S&A) software.
  •   Building strong relationships with key regional accounts, influencing their engineering workflows and decision-making processes.
  •   Contributing to the creation and dissemination of simulation best practices, enriching the knowledge base and supporting team development.
  •   Elevating Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted advisor and partner in the electromagnetics and engineering simulation space.
  •   Supporting cross-functional initiatives, helping to drive a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Need:

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Communications, Electromagnetics, or a related field.
  •   Minimum 5 years (Bachelor’s), 3 years (Master’s), or equivalent professional experience in a relevant engineering domain.
  •   Deep expertise in EM simulation techniques and hands-on experience with Simulation & Analysis(S&A) Electromagnetics software (HFSS/SIwave/Q3D/Circuit) or similar commercial CAE, CAD, EDA, PLM packages.
  •   Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to facilitate webinars and present technical content to diverse audiences.
  •   Ability to lead and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  •   Fluency in English, with demonstrated skills in technical writing and presentation.
  •   Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Who You Are:

  • Curious, proactive, and customer-focused, with a passion for solving engineering challenges.
  •   Collaborative team player who values knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
  •   Adaptable and organized, thriving in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
  •   Effective communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels, from engineers to executives.
  •   Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  •   Confident in leading initiatives and driving results independently and as part of a team.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of engineers and technical experts focused on advancing electromagnetics simulation solutions and supporting regional accounts. The team collaborates closely with sales, product development, and customer success to drive innovation and deliver measurable impact. Together, you’ll foster a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing—empowering customers and partners to achieve their engineering goals.

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.

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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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