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Solution Senior Architect, High-Performance Computing

, United States
Engineering
Employee
$196000-$294000

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 8904 Base Salary Range $196000-$294000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/02/2025

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:

A dynamic and knowledgeable Systems Engineer with a broad understanding of the ML/AI system stack, from SW algorithms through advanced packaging to processor and I/O architectures. You understand the critical system requirements driving Data Center and Edge applications. You are interested in influencing the direction of Synopsys’ state-of-the-art IP and tools. You have exceptional technical and interpersonal skills, enjoy interacting with customers, and guiding them to success.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Consult with Customer Architects and SoC Leads to understand current and future technical challenges. Help them architect solutions that incorporate leading-edge silicon IP and system solutions to address their challenges.
  • Provide insights derived from industry-leading customers and AI scaling trends to drive requirements for next-generation IP roadmaps.
  • Develop technical papers and other knowledge assets to educate internal teams and establish industry thought leadership.
  • Represent Synopsys at industry conferences and other events.
  • Travel (~ 15-30%) to visit customer, sales, and engineering locations.

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Drive business growth by working with the sales and FAE team to differentiate the Synopsys IP solutions with a deep understanding of AI algorithms, system topologies, and technology trends.
  • Help to define the next generation of AI application-aware IP products and solutions, working closely with Marketing and Design Engineering teams.

What You’ll Need:

  • Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • 15+ Years of experience as a design/system/applications engineer.
  • Knowledge of interface, connectivity, and memory protocols such as UCIe, PCIe, High-Speed Ethernet, HBM, and LPDDR.
  • Solid knowledge of system modeling methodologies and tools, including performance analyses and low power technologies.
  • Familiarity with state-of-the-art SoC design implementation including digital design and analog/mixed signal design flows.
  • Familiarity with high-speed PCB layout, assembly and manufacturing, and Signal and Power Integrity (SIPI).
  • Strong technical communication and organizational skills:
    • Ability to understand and present complex technical requirements, problems, and solutions clearly and concisely in verbal and written communications.
    • Ability to analyze, summarize, and generate status updates from technical data.
    • Ability to chair meetings with large multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Prior experience in selecting, using, designing, or supporting internal or external IP.
  • Prior experience in an application engineering or another direct customer-facing role.

Who You Are:

You are a proactive individual with the ability to work independently on complex projects. You possess excellent problem-solving skills and have a keen eye for detail. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills enable you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and customers. You are passionate about technology and innovation, always seeking to stay updated with the latest industry trends and advancements.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of a group of dedicated professionals who are passionate about technology and innovation. Our team is focused on integrating more capabilities into an SoC, faster. We work collaboratively across geographical and organizational boundaries to drive revenue growth and accelerate the pace of business closure.


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 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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