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Verification Application Engineer

Sunnyvale, California, United States
Engineering
Employee
$154000-$231000

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 10104 Base Salary Range $154000-$231000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 13/03/2025

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 highly skilled Verification Application Engineer with a robust background in functional verification. Ideally, you have extensive experience as an application engineer with a solid foundation in verification engineering. Alternatively, you might be a front-end CAD engineer with significant verification experience or a dedicated verification engineer looking to transition into an application engineering role. Your technical expertise is matched by your ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively. You are adept at leading discussions, presenting to diverse groups, and working collaboratively within a team. Your knowledge spans the VLSI design flow and methodologies, and you have hands-on experience with HDL/HVL languages such as SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL, and SystemC. Your proficiency in UNIX, shell scripting, and familiarity with UVM methodologies further sets you apart. Additionally, any experience with low power design/verification, gate-level simulation, or debugging using Verdi would be highly advantageous.


What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Providing pre/post-sales technical support for Synopsys' Verification Platform, focusing primarily on the VCS simulator.
  • Analyzing customers' current verification methodologies and providing expert guidance.
  • Deploying next-generation machine learning techniques to accelerate chip development.
  • Conducting presentations and demonstrations to showcase the capabilities of Synopsys’ verification solutions.
  • Collaborating closely with customers to understand their needs and tailor solutions accordingly.
  • Leading technical discussions and workshops to educate and train customers on advanced verification techniques.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of customers' verification processes.
  • Driving the adoption of Synopsys' advanced verification technologies in the semiconductor industry.
  • Contributing to the development and deployment of cutting-edge verification solutions.
  • Improving customer satisfaction through exceptional technical support and service.
  • Accelerating the development of high-performance silicon chips and software content.
  • Innovating verification methodologies to meet the evolving needs of the industry.


What You’ll Need:

  • BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of experience in functional verification.
  • In-depth knowledge of VLSI design flow and methodologies.
  • Proficiency in HDL/HVL languages such as SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL, and SystemC.
  • Experience in front-end verification including RTL/TB coding and simulation debugging.
  • Strong UNIX skills and proficiency in shell/Perl/Python/TCL scripting.
  • Expertise in UVM methodologies.
  • Knowledge of low power design/verification, gate-level simulation, and debugging using Verdi is a plus.

Who You Are:

  • An excellent communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
  • A collaborative team player who can lead and coordinate discussions effectively.
  • Detail-oriented with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
  • Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Proactive and self-motivated with a strong commitment to customer success.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be a key member of the Customer Success Group, working on the industry's leading RTL verification platform. This platform integrates multiple technologies, including advanced RTL simulation, comprehensive verification IP libraries, and formal verification tools. You will collaborate with a talented team dedicated to providing exceptional technical support and driving innovation in verification methodologies.


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.


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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.

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 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.

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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