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Staff Applications Engineer

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$112K - $168K per year
5-10 years experience
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You will lead customer engagements for emulation solutions and design advanced verification strategies for complex SoC and ASIC projects. Additionally, you will collaborate with R&D teams, mentor junior engineers, and provide technical guidance to optimize verification workflows.

General Information

Job Title
Staff Applications Engineer
Job ID
18031
City
Austin
State/Province
Texas
Date Posted
25-Jun-2026
Job Category
Engineering
Job Subcategory
Applications Engineering
Hire Type
Employee
Remote Eligible
Yes
Base Salary Range: $112000 - $168000

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and 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 applications engineer with deep expertise in emulation platforms and methodologies. You possess a strong technical background in hardware verification, system architecture, and EDA tools. You thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrating a keen ability to solve complex challenges and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.  Your curiosity drives you to stay at the forefront of technology trends, and you have a track record of implementing best practices in emulation across large-scale projects. You value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and you seek to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture. As a Staff Engineer, you bring leadership, vision, and a commitment to excellence, inspiring those around you to push boundaries and deliver results that shape the future of semiconductor design and verification. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Leading customer engagements for emulation solutions, providing technical guidance and support to optimize verification workflows.
  • Designing and implementing advanced emulation strategies for complex SoC and ASIC projects.
  • Collaborating with R&D teams to influence product development and ensure customer requirements are addressed.
  • Developing and delivering technical presentations, training, and workshops for internal teams and customers.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving challenging emulation issues, ensuring customer satisfaction and project success.
  • Mentoring junior engineers, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth within the team.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Accelerate verification cycles for industry-leading semiconductor companies through innovative emulation solutions.
  • Enhance the adoption and effectiveness of Synopsys emulation platforms across a diverse customer base.
  • Drive technical excellence by implementing best practices and leading critical customer projects to success.
  • Shape product direction by providing valuable feedback and insights to R&D teams.
  • Foster collaborative relationships with customers, building trust and long-term partnerships.
  • Contribute to Synopsys’ reputation as the premier provider of advanced verification and emulation technologies.


What You’ll Need:

  • Experience with emulation platforms (such as SynopsysZeBu, Mentor Veloce, Cadence Palladium, or similar).
  • Strong knowledge of hardware description languages (Verilog,SystemVerilog, VHDL) and verification methodologies (UVM, OVM).
  • Proficiency in debugging and optimizing complex hardware and software interactions.
  • Solid understanding of SoC/ASIC architecture and design flows.
  • Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, TCL) for automation and workflow improvement.


Who You Are:

  • Innovative thinker with a proactive approach to solving technical challenges.
  • Exceptional communicator, capable of translating complex concepts for diverse audiences
  • Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality results.
  • Adaptable, open to new ideas, and eager to learn and grow.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic and diverse team of principal engineers and applications specialists focused on delivering world-class emulation and verification solutions. The team collaborates closely with customers, product R&D, and other engineering groups, fostering innovation and driving technical excellence. Together, you will shape the future of hardware verification and accelerate the development of next-generation semiconductor technologies. 

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.

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.

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