Principal Applications Engineer-18372
Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems
In short
Synopsys is looking for a Principal Applications Engineer with deep expertise in Design-For-Test (DFT) methodologies and solutions. This role involves leading technical resolutions, influencing product priorities, and driving AI-enabled DFT flows to enhance customer success and product quality. The position requires a strong technical background in DFT, ATPG, and related tools, with a focus on customer-facing applications and collaboration with R&D and field teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical resolutions for test technology deployments, collaborating with R&D, Product, and Field teams.
- Influence technical priorities for customer programs and internal initiatives in test compression, scan integration, and test vector generation.
- Define and implement best practices for design test methodology reviews, field support, signoff checklists, and engagement models.
- Drive AI-enabled flow initiatives using TestMAX DFT, TestMAX ATPG, and TestMAX Manager to improve integration and debug workflows.
- Create feedback loops with R&D and Product to enhance tool quality, documentation, and enablement.
- Utilize issues for trend analysis and field feedback to improve deployment quality.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (10+ years experience) or Master's degree (8+ years experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- Hands-on DFT experience for SoC and ASIC development.
- Proven track record of customer-facing technical leadership and applications engineering.
- Deep expertise in ATPG, DFT, BIST, and logic test methodologies.
- Hands-on experience with TestMAX DFT, TestMAX ATPG, and TestMAX Manager or equivalent products.
- Strong execution skills: ability to build technical plans, manage risks/dependencies, lead escalations, and communicate clearly.
- Experience integrating DFT into synthesis flows.
- Experience creating tester-ready ATPG vectors with signoff results and supporting tape-out handoffs.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting customers through critical tape-out schedules is a strong plus, especially in competitive accounts.
- Ability to explain complex DFT/ATPG tradeoffs or tool limitations clearly to senior stakeholders.
- Comfortable supporting multiple programs while maintaining rigor, urgency, and clear communication.
- Ability to think in terms of scalability, solving immediate problems while improving future approaches.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for critical customer engagements.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits.
- Details provided during the hiring process.
- Potential eligibility for annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses.
- Competitive total rewards package.
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Company
Synopsys Inc
Job Posted
3 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Sunnyvale, United States
Qualification
Bachelor, Master
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