Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer (TCAD)

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 a highly skilled and knowledgeable professional with a passion for semiconductor physics and technology. With a PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Sciences, you bring profound expertise in semiconductor devices and process technology. Your experience with TCAD simulation tools and advanced understanding of TCAD modeling makes you a valuable asset. You have hands-on experience with Linux and scripting languages such as TCL, Python, or C++. Your excellent presentation and communication skills enable you to interact effectively at various levels within customer organizations. You thrive in collaborative environments, always ready to help others succeed.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Serving as the primary technical interface with customers for our TCAD products.
• Assisting customers in evaluating, using, and applying TCAD tools to their specific needs.
• Collaborating with R&D, sales, marketing, and customers to drive product development and acceptance.
• Providing both pre-sales and post-sales technical support for TCAD products.
• Managing customer projects, including definition, execution, and follow-up.
• Conducting customer training sessions and offering internal guidance for product enhancements.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing customer satisfaction by providing expert technical support and solutions.
• Driving the successful adoption of our TCAD products in various customer projects.
• Contributing to product development through valuable feedback and collaborative efforts with R&D teams.
• Improving the overall quality and functionality of our TCAD tools based on customer insights.
• Elevating Synopsys' market position as a leader in semiconductor technology and simulation tools.
• Fostering strong relationships with customers, leading to increased trust and long-term partnerships.

What You'll Need:

• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Sciences, or a related field.
• In-depth understanding of semiconductor process and device physics, and TCAD modeling.
• Hands-on experience with TCAD simulation or emulation tools.
• Knowledge in compound semiconductors, RF device physics and modeling, large signal analysis is a plus
• Proficiency in Linux and scripting languages such as Python, TCL, or C++.

Who You Are:

• An excellent communicator with strong presentation skills.
• A collaborative team player with a "help others succeed" mentality.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptable and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
• Able to interact at both engineering and management levels within customer organizations.

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:

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.

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.