Solutions Architect

Synopsys, Inc.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys, Inc. is seeking an accomplished technologist to join the Systems and Software team within its Go-To-Market organization.

You will collaborate with product management, R&D, and sales to translate customer insights into future offerings and help drive the adoption of advanced semiconductor solutions. The role emphasizes global cross-functional leadership, executive-level communication, and mentoring of solution architects and application engineers to deploy, optimize, and scale customer

Qualifications

• Requires 15-20 years in solutions engineering, system architecture, or senior technical leadership.
• Proven expertise in EDA tools, semiconductor design flows, IP integration, and high-performance systems.
• Executive communication, cross-functional leadership, and global collaboration experience.

Responsibilities

• Influence product roadmaps using customer insights and cross-functional input.
• Guide teams through proof-of-concept, deployment, and optimization for customers.
• Lead workshops, presentations, and strategic discussions as a trusted advisor and tech thought leader.
• Mentor solution architects and application engineers to foster continuous learning and innovation.

Skills

Executive communication

Technical leadership

Semiconductor design

EDA tools

Strategic customer engagement

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

EDA tools

Job description

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape how people live and connect. As a global leader in electronic design automation and semiconductor IP, we help customers design, verify, and secure advanced silicon chips and systems that power the era of pervasive intelligence.

You Are:

You are an accomplished, self-motivated technologist who thrives at the intersection of advanced technology, customer needs, and go-to-market execution. You bring deep expertise in semiconductor design, EDA tools, IP integration, and high-performance systems, along with a strong record of shaping technical strategies that create business impact.

You communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, build trust with customers and internal stakeholders, and enjoy guiding teams from concept through deployment. You are curious, collaborative, and energized by helping define the future of advanced technology solutions.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Working with product management, R&D, and sales to influence product roadmaps and bring customer insight into future offerings.
• Partnering with customers to understand technical requirements, propose tailored solutions, and guide teams through proof of concept, deployment, and optimization.
• Leading workshops, presentations, and strategic discussions that position Synopsys as a trusted advisor and technology thought leader.
• Mentoring solution architects and application engineers while fostering continuous learning and innovation.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate adoption of Synopsys technologies and strengthen long-term customer partnerships.
• Shape product strategy through market insight, customer feedback, and technical leadership.
• Help customers improve performance, quality, and time to market in advanced semiconductor and system designs.
• Strengthen cross-functional collaboration across sales, product, engineering, and customer-facing teams.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 15-20 years of relevant experience in solutions engineering, system architecture, or senior technical leadership.
• Recognized expertise in EDA tools, semiconductor design flows, IP integration, and high-performance systems.
• Experience architecting and leading strategic customer solutions at scale.
• Executive-level communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
• Proven leadership in global, cross-functional environments, with industry publications or conference presence preferred.

Who You Are:

• Strategic, globally minded, and passionate about technical innovation.
• Inclusive and collaborative, with the ability to inspire high-performing teams.
• Clear, credible communicator who can engage executive and technical audiences.
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.
• A trusted mentor and bold problem-solver focused on meaningful customer and business impact.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of the Systems and Software team within Synopsys' Go-To-Market organization, working closely with Sales, R&D, Product Management, and Technical Success. The team delivers strategic solutions for global customers, supports adoption of advanced technologies, and brings market insight back into product innovation.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits, including monetary and non-monetary rewards. Your recruiter will share details about salary range and benefits during the hiring process.