Applications Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer
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In short
Synopsys is seeking a Sr. Staff Engineer in Applications Engineering in Noida, India, to drive AI-driven design methodologies and implement advanced EDA tools for semiconductor design. This role involves partnering with customers, optimizing design flows, and mentoring junior engineers to shape the future of silicon technology.
Responsibilities
- Partnering with leading customers to develop and implement advanced AI-driven RTL-to-GDS methodologies using Synopsys EDA tools, IPs, and libraries.
- Creating and optimizing design flows and solutions to meet aggressive PPA (performance, power, area) targets for high-frequency cores, automotive, and high-capacity AI/compute designs.
- Enabling and deploying flows/solutions leveraging Synopsys offerings such as Fusion Compiler, RTL Architect, and AI-based Design Space Optimization engines, utilizing Tcl/Python scripting for automation.
- Collaborating cross-functionally with customers, R&D, and internal teams to drive innovative solution and feature development that anticipates and addresses real-world design challenges.
- Leading and mentoring a team of junior application engineers, providing technical guidance, coaching, and project management support to ensure successful execution of deliverables.
- Delivering technical presentations, application notes, and best practices to both internal and external stakeholders, supporting knowledge-sharing and customer enablement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
- Deep understanding of RTL-to-GDSII flows and hands-on experience with backend P&R tools (Fusion Compiler, ICC2, or similar).
- Expertise in physical synthesis, timing closure, clock tree synthesis (CTS), and routing at advanced technology nodes (like 2nm/3nm/5nm etc).
- Proficiency in Tcl and Python scripting for automating EDA workflows and optimizing design methodologies.
- Strong technical account management skills and a proven ability to lead and mentor teams in a high-performance environment.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, and customer interaction skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Collaborative and empathetic leader, skilled at building relationships and enabling the success of others.
- Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
- Adaptable and resilient in the face of evolving customer requirements and technology landscapes.
- Strong organizational skills, able to manage multiple projects and priorities with poise.
- Driven by curiosity and a desire to innovate at the forefront of AI with semiconductor design.
Benefits
- Comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits.
- Total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings.
- Salary range and benefits details will be provided during the hiring process.
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