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Senior Applications Engineer

Sunnyvale, California, United States
Engineering
Employee
$93000-$139000
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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

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 13869 Base Salary Range $93000-$139000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 11/01/2026

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 seasoned professional with a passion for cutting-edge technology and a drive to solve complex technical challenges. With experience in IC design, verification, emulation, or FPGA prototyping, you have a deep understanding of ASIC design verification methodologies and are proficient with HDLs such as Verilog and VHDL. Your skillset extends to HVLs like SystemVerilog and you have a working knowledge of C/C++. You possess excellent problem-solving skills and can analyze and resolve intricate design verification and software validation issues. Your strong communication abilities enable you to work effectively with customers, sales, marketing, and R&D teams, ensuring the successful deployment and evaluation of Synopsys' emulation solutions.


What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Deploying and evaluating Synopsys' emulation solutions to meet customer needs.
  • Collaborating closely with customers to resolve complex technical issues related to ASIC/SoC designs.
  • Providing pre-sales evaluations and post-sales support to ensure customer success.
  • Developing technical collaterals to assist in the adoption of Synopsys products.
  • Working with sales, marketing, and R&D teams to align on customer requirements and product enhancements.
  • Continuously learning and staying updated with state-of-the-art verification flows from Synopsys.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Enabling customers to successfully deploy and utilize Synopsys' emulation solutions.
  • Enhancing customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues efficiently.
  • Driving the adoption of Synopsys' industry-leading verification solutions.
  • Contributing to the development of cutting-edge ASIC/SoC designs.
  • Supporting sales efforts by providing technical expertise during pre-sales evaluations.
  • Shaping product enhancements based on customer feedback and market needs.


What You’ll Need:

  • Experience in IC design, verification, emulation, or FPGA prototyping.
  • Strong knowledge of ASIC design verification methodologies.
  • Proficiency in HDLs (Verilog/VHDL) and HVLs (SystemVerilog).
  • Familiarity with C/C++ programming languages.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.


Who You Are:

  • A team player who collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • A proactive and self-motivated individual with a passion for technology.
  • An excellent communicator who can convey complex technical information clearly.
  • A problem solver who thrives on tackling challenging technical issues.
  • A continuous learner who stays updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic and innovative team focused on providing the most complete verification solutions in the market. The team leverages Synopsys' industry-leading emulation platform, ZeBu, to deliver unparalleled performance and capacity in emulation. Collaborating with customers, sales, marketing, and R&D teams, you will play a crucial role in driving the successful deployment and adoption of Synopsys' emulation solutions.


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.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.

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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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Hiring Journey at Synopsys

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When you apply to join us, your resume, skills, and experience are first reviewed for consideration.

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Once your resume has been selected, a recruiter and/or hiring manager will reach out to learn more about you, share more about the role, and answer any questions you might have.

Interview

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Offer

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Onboarding

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Once you’ve joined, your manager, team, and a peer buddy will help you get acclimated. Over the next few weeks, you’ll be invited to join activities and training to help you ramp up for a successful future at Synopsys!

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