Applications Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer

Alternate Job Titles: - Senior Applications Engineer – Interface IP - Customer Solutions Engineer – IP Integration
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 motivated, customer-focused engineering professional with a passion for enabling next-generation semiconductor solutions. You thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments and are energized by solving complex technical challenges. With a thorough understanding of ASIC and SoC design flows, you bring hands-on experience in integrating cutting-edge interface IPs, including DDR/LPDDR and PCI Express, into advanced silicon products. Your technical acumen is matched by your communication skills, allowing you to translate intricate engineering concepts to diverse audiences, from internal teams to external customers. You are comfortable working independently and as part of a broader team, demonstrating adaptability, resourcefulness, and a continuous learning mindset.

You excel in managing multiple priorities, delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines, and approaching new protocols and technologies with curiosity and rigor. Your organizational skills help you keep projects on track, while your customer-centric approach ensures you build trusted relationships. You appreciate opportunities to engage with industry leaders and are enthusiastic about contributing to the success of Synopsys' customers by guiding them through the integration and validation of our world-class Interface IP. If you are seeking a role where your technical expertise and interpersonal skills will have a direct impact on the industry's most innovative products, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing technical guidance and hands-on support to customers integrating Synopsys Interface IP (DDR/LPDDR4/4x/5, PCIe, and others) into their ASIC SoC/systems.
• Conducting detailed integration reviews at key customer milestones and troubleshooting complex integration challenges throughout the SoC design flow.
• Collaborating with customers to resolve technical issues related to RTL simulation, synthesis, floorplanning, timing closure, and silicon/system bring-up.
• Supporting silicon bring-up and characterization in system environments, ensuring successful deployment of Synopsys IP in customer products.
• Documenting best practices, developing application notes, and delivering training to enable customer success with Synopsys solutions.
• Participating in cross-functional teams to relay customer feedback, contribute to product improvements, and stay current with the latest interface protocols and industry standards.
• Occasionally traveling to customer sites for on-site support, integration reviews, and system bring-up activities.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate customer product development cycles by ensuring seamless integration of Synopsys Interface IP into complex SoC designs.
• Drive customer success and satisfaction, resulting in repeat business and long-term partnerships.
• Enhance the quality and reliability of customer silicon by identifying and resolving integration and bring-up challenges.
• Influence the evolution of Synopsys IP products and solutions through direct feedback and collaboration with R&D teams.
• Establish Synopsys as a trusted advisor and technical leader in the semiconductor industry.
• Contribute to the adoption of the latest industry protocols and standards in real-world applications.
• Support the delivery of innovative products that power applications from AI and 5G to automotive and consumer electronics.

What You'll Need:

• Master's with 7+yrs of Industry experience or equivalent
• 2-3+ years of experience in IP design, ASIC/SoC integration, or related customer-facing engineering roles (exceptional candidates with strong silicon debug and academic background considered).
• Solid understanding of ASIC design flows, including simulation/verification, RTL synthesis, floorplanning, physical design, and timing closure.
• Hands-on expertise in integration and validation of Interface IP such as DDR/LPDDR, PCIe, USB, SATA, MIPI, HBM.
• Proficient in RTL and gate-level simulation debugging, with familiarity in front-end tools like Design Compiler, Fusion Compiler, and PrimeTime.
• Experience with silicon bring-up and system-level characterization in lab environments.
• Domain knowledge of at least one protocol (PCI Express, SERDES, DDR, etc.) and their implementation flows.

Who You Are:

• Excellent communicator, able to engage effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Organized and detail-oriented, with a track record of meeting tight schedules and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Resourceful problem-solver who adapts to new challenges and technologies with enthusiasm.
• Customer-focused, proactive, and collaborative in approach.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

Join a dynamic, highly skilled team of Applications Engineers and IP integration specialists at Synopsys Bangalore. The team partners closely with customers across the globe, providing technical expertise and integration support for industry-leading Interface IP. Collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a passion for innovation are at the core of our team culture. Together, we enable our customers to deliver breakthrough semiconductor solutions that set new benchmarks for performance and reliability.

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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