Principal Engineer - Signoff 3DIC STA Specialist

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 Artificial Intelligence, the Cloud, 5G, and The Internet of Things. 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 and passionate Applications Engineer with a deep understanding of Static Timing Analysis (STA) and a proven track record in multiple chip tapeouts at advanced technology nodes, preferably at 5nm or below. Your expertise extends to 3DIC timing analysis and ECO methodology. You thrive in dynamic environments and excel at providing technical insights and direction to enhance the usability and adoption of STA solutions. Your strong communication skills enable you to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, and your collaborative nature ensures successful partnerships with customers and internal teams alike. You are proactive, customer-focused, and driven by a desire to see your solutions succeed in real-world applications.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Driving Signoff tool adoption and conducting competitive benchmarks and evaluations.
• Articulating the superiority of our STA solutions to customer design teams and management.
• Providing customer training and support during tapeout processes.
• Collaborating with R&D, marketing, and sales teams to enhance product offerings.
• Developing and delivering technical presentations and demonstrations.
• Identifying and addressing customer needs and challenges to ensure successful product adoption.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing customer satisfaction through expert support and guidance.
• Increasing the adoption rate of Synopsys' STA solutions in the market.
• Driving product improvements based on customer feedback and real-world use cases.
• Contributing to the success of cutting-edge chip designs at advanced process nodes.
• Strengthening Synopsys’ reputation as a leader in chip design and verification.
• Supporting the growth and success of our Customer Success Group.

What You’ll Need:

• Deep knowledge and experience with Synopsys STA tools, particularly PrimeTime.
• Experience in 3DIC timing analysis and ECO methodology.
• Strong understanding of timing corners/modes, process variation, and signal integrity issues.
• Proficiency in Tcl scripting and familiarity with synthesis, physical design, and extraction.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 10+ years of experience or Master’s degree (MSEE) with 8+ years of experience.

Who You Are:

You are a detail-oriented and analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills. Your strong communication abilities enable you to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences. You are collaborative, adaptable, and thrive in fast-paced environments. Your proactive approach and customer-centric mindset drive you to deliver exceptional results and build strong relationships with customers and internal teams.

The Team You’ll Be a Part Of:

You will join a world-class Applications Engineering team within our Customer Success Group. This team is dedicated to supporting our industry-leading Static Timing Analysis tool, PrimeTime, and driving its adoption across the semiconductor industry. You will work closely with R&D, sales, and marketing teams to deliver high-value solutions to our customers and contribute to the continuous improvement of our products.

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.

Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 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.