Senior Staff Applications Engineer

General Information

Descriptions & Requirements

Alternate Job Titles:

• Senior Staff Applications Engineer
• Post-Sales Application Engineer – Interface IP
• Technical Solutions Engineer – IP Integration
• Staff Engineer – Customer Success (IP)

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 deeply skilled engineering professional with a passion for enabling the success of others. You thrive in a dynamic, customer-facing environment, where your technical expertise and problem-solving abilities are tested daily. You have a strong foundation in ASIC/SoC front-end design, with hands-on experience in RTL coding, synthesis, timing analysis, and formal verification. You’re adept at debugging complex designs—whether in simulation, emulation, or actual silicon—and you understand the intricacies of at least one industry-standard protocol such as USB.

Collaboration is at the heart of your work style: you communicate effectively with both customers and internal teams, translating technical needs into actionable solutions. You take initiative, anticipate challenges, and enjoy the satisfaction of resolving tough issues. Your high degree of self-motivation, personal responsibility, and analytical rigor ensures that you deliver results even under pressure. You are eager to share best practices, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to the broader success of your team and customers alike. If you are excited about tackling new challenges, committed to excellence, and ready to make a real impact in the semiconductor industry, you will find your place at Synopsys.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing expert technical support to customers integrating Synopsys Interface IPs into their SoC designs.
• Analyzing and resolving complex issues related to IP configuration, integration, and usage across various platforms.
• Interfacing directly with customers to understand their design and verification flows, identifying both current and future needs.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address and resolve customer challenges efficiently.
• Debugging and troubleshooting designs in simulation, emulation, and silicon environments.
• Driving the adoption of best practices and lessons learned from customer interactions back into product development.
• Proactively engaging with customers during integration and silicon debug phases to ensure successful deployment.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerating customer time-to-market by providing timely and accurate technical guidance.
• Enhancing customer satisfaction and trust in Synopsys’ IP solutions through effective support and problem resolution.
• Contributing real-world feedback to product development, improving the robustness and usability of Synopsys IP.
• Reducing post-sales escalations and ensuring smooth IP integration for major industry players.
• Fostering long-term customer partnerships by consistently exceeding expectations.  
• Helping shape the direction of next-generation IP products based on customer needs and industry trends.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in ASIC/SoC front-end design, including RTL coding (Verilog), logic and clock tree synthesis, static timing analysis, and equivalence checking.
• Full understanding of digital design methodologies and tools, including formal verification.
• Domain knowledge of at least one interface protocol (e.g., USB); experience with additional protocols (PCIe, DDR, SATA, HDMI, MIPI, Ethernet) is a plus.
• Experience supporting at least one ASIC/SoC tape-out from concept to full production.
• Strong silicon debug and troubleshooting skills are highly desirable.

Who You Are:

• Technically creative, results-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Strong communicator who can explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• High degree of self-motivation and personal responsibility.
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Collaborative team member who thrives in cross-functional environments.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join the Solutions Group at Synopsys, a highly collaborative team dedicated to delivering world-class IP solutions and customer success. Working closely with experts in design, verification, applications engineering, and product development, you will be at the forefront of supporting and enabling the most innovative semiconductor companies across the globe. Our team values knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and a proactive approach to solving the industry’s toughest challenges.

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.