ASIC/SoC/Chiplet Architect, Manager or Design Engineer

Synopsys, Inc.; Brackley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company is seeking an ASIC/SoC/Chiplet Architect to drive technical solution strategies. The ideal candidate has a strong background in IC design and excels in customer-facing roles. In this position, you will collaborate across teams, understand customer needs, and align solutions accordingly. You will leverage your expertise to boost product adoption and ensure project delivery success across regions. This role requires creativity, strategic thinking, and a passion for technology.

Qualifications

• Expertise in IC design (Digital, Mixed Signal, or Analog).
• Experience in customer-facing or sales support roles.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Understanding of major semiconductor IP product lines and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Present Synopsys solutions to senior managers and technical stakeholders.
• Understand customer needs and propose tailored solutions.
• Liaise between technical, marketing, and sales teams.
• Drive technical solution strategy and design.

Skills

IC design expertise (Digital, Mixed Signal, or Analog)

Customer-facing experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (15+ years experience) or Master’s degree (11+ years experience)

Job description

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 ASIC/SoC/Chiplet Architect, Manager or Design Engineer with a strong background in IC Digital, Mixed Signal, or Analog Design. You excel at customer-facing roles, communicate complex solutions with ease, and thrive in fast-paced, competitive environments. Organized and self-motivated, you build strong relationships and approach challenges with creativity. You hold a relevant Bachelor’s (15+ years) or Master’s (11+ years) degree, and experience with protocols like SerDes, UCIe, PCIe, DDR, USB, MIPI, or Ethernet is a plus.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Presenting Synopsys solutions to senior managers and technical stakeholders.
• Understanding customer needs and proposing tailored solutions.
• Positioning Synopsys in competitive technical situations.
• Liaising between technical, marketing, and sales teams.
• Driving technical solution strategy and design.
• Supporting sales and business unit negotiations.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Lead customer engagements and ensure alignment with requirements.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver winning solutions.
• Boost adoption of Synopsys products and platforms.
• Provide technical insight for customer chip designs.
• Drive customer and business success.
• Ensure complex SoC project delivery across regions.

What You’ll Need:

• Expertise in IC design (Digital, Mixed Signal, or Analog).
• Experience in customer-facing or sales support roles.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.Understanding of major semiconductor IP product lines and protocols.

Who You Are:

A creative problem solver, strategic thinker, and effective collaborator who is passionate about technology and customer success.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

A collaborative group focused on delivering innovative chip design solutions using Synopsys IP, working closely with Sales, R&D, and Marketing.