Senior Staff Applications Engineer (IC Design and/ or SoC Integration)

General Information

Descriptions & Requirements

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 an experienced ASIC/SoC/IP professional with strong technical and interpersonal skills. You thrive in collaborative, customer-facing environments and are motivated by solving complex challenges across AI, Cloud, Networking, and Storage markets. You excel at leading projects, building relationships, and navigating technical discussions with both customers and internal teams. Organized, adaptable, and results-driven, you bring a strategic mindset to every engagement and are passionate about delivering innovative solutions that make a real impact.  

What You’ll Be Doing: 

• Lead customer engagements for multiple IP product lines, from discovery through contract development.
• Present business and technical value of Synopsys solutions to senior stakeholders.
• Analyze customer needs and propose tailored technical solutions.
• Support competitive positioning and aid sales teams with technical expertise.
• Coordinate with global technical, marketing, and sales teams.
• Drive technical solution strategy and manage project delivery.

The Impact You Will Have: 

• Accelerate customer chip design cycles with optimized IP solutions.
• Enhance Synopsys’ reputation and customer satisfaction.
• Influence product direction through customer feedback.

• Support business growth by securing new and expanded opportunities.
• Foster innovation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Contribute to leadership in advanced silicon design.

What You’ll Need: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in EE, CE, or related field, with 10+ years’ experience.
• Expertise in IC design and SoC integration.
• Knowledge of protocols like SerDes, PCIe, DDR, HBM, UCIe, or Ethernet.
• Experience in customer-facing and sales support roles.
• Strong technical communication and project leadership skills.

Who You Are: 

• Excellent communicator and collaborator.
• Organized, adaptable, and proactive.
• Creative problem solver with strategic vision.
• Customer-focused and results-oriented.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: 

Join a collaborative, high-impact team at the core of Synopsys’ Silicon Design & Verification business, working cross-functionally to deliver innovative IP solutions worldwide.  

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.