Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15027 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/02/2026

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:

As StarRC sign-off AE, you will be working with customers, R&D and PE on customer's project sign-off and newly developed features and drive their adoption. The main tasks will be handling customer tape-out support, evaluations, supporting customers at an engineering level, understanding customer requirements and proposing new enhancements for product improvement. You will require good problem-solving skills, good interpersonal skills, ability to work with local & global teams and excellent communication skills.

Duties include technical trainings/presentation creation and delivery, beta testing, documentation review, demo creation, and more.

Tools to focus: StarRC

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Partnering closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and deliver tailored solutions using Synopsys software and IP products.
• Providing advanced technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance throughout the customer design cycle, from evaluation to production
• Delivering product demonstrations, workshops, and training sessions to enable customers’ technical teams to maximize product value.
• Collaborating with R&D and product management to communicate customer needs, influence product roadmaps, and drive product improvements.
• Developing and maintaining technical documentation, application notes, and best practices guides to enhance customer self-sufficiency.  
• Leading or contributing to technical escalations, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and innovative solutions within customer application services.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate customer success and adoption of Synopsys technology, directly influencing customer satisfaction and retention.  
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor, strengthening Synopsys’ reputation as a partner of choice for semiconductor and system companies.
• Facilitate the integration of Synopsys tools into cutting-edge products, contributing to the advancement of industries such as automotive, AI, and IoT.
• Bridge the gap between customer needs and product development, driving enhancements that keep Synopsys at the forefront of innovation.  
• Elevate the technical capabilities of customer engineering teams through targeted enablement and best practice sharing.
• Contribute to the global knowledge base, empowering teams worldwide with your expertise and solutions  
• Help shape future Synopsys offerings by providing real-world insights and feedback from key customer engagements.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor design, EDA tools, or applications engineering roles. 
• Deep understanding of digital and/or analog IC design flows, verification methodologies, and/or embedded software development.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence, Mentor Graphics) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, TCL, Perl).  
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills in complex technical environments. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Korean is a strong plus.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional, multicultural environments.  
• Customer-centric, with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a keen sense of urgency.  
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.  
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to remain focused and positive under pressure.  
• Self-motivated, eager to learn and grow, and always seeking ways to add value for customers and colleagues.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join the Customer Application Services team, a diverse group of technical experts dedicated to empowering customers and accelerating their success with Synopsys solutions. The team works closely with customers, R&D, and product management, serving as the voice of the customer and a bridge to innovation. Our focus is on delivering best-in-class support, sharing knowledge, and continuously improving the customer experience.

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.