Application Support Engineer

Siemens; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Digital Industries Software in Bengaluru seeks an experienced engineer to support customers in developing and enhancing CAD/EDA workflows, using Python, TCL, and Shell scripting on Linux, bridging software with customer needs.

The role involves collaborating with engineering teams, documenting solutions, and contributing to knowledge bases, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge semiconductor design tooling and cloud/CI workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics and communication, Computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in the EDA industry with hands-on exposure to Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens Mentor Graphics.
• Proficiency in Python, TCL and Shell for automation and data processing.
• Strong Linux knowledge, including command-line, sysadmin and troubleshooting.
• Solid electronics background including digital/analog design, VLSI, Embedded, Emulation concepts.
• Proven customer support experience and strong communication skills.
• Certification in Linux (e.g., RHCSA) or relevant EDA tools or VLSI course.
• Experience with Siemens Altair Accelerator and/or Flowtracer is a plus.
• Familiarity with CAD infrastructure and distributed compute environments.
• Knowledge of hybrid on-premise/cloud environments for EDA workloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline technical support for EDA software/tools and resolve customer queries.
• Develop and execute scripts in Python, TCL, and Shell to automate testing and workflows.
• Diagnose issues on Linux-based systems and perform root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to accelerate complex problems and deliver solutions.
• Document solutions and contribute to knowledge base articles and training materials.
• Monitor support metrics and improve response times and resolution rates.

Skills

Python scripting

Linux

EDA tools

Customer support

Shell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication / Computer Science / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence

Synopsys

Siemens Mentor Graphics

Questa / Calibre

Job description

Siemens Digital Industries Software We are a leading global software company dedicated to the world of computer aided design, 3D modelling and simulation— helping innovative global manufacturers design better products, faster! With the resources of a large company, and the energy of a software start-up, we have fun together while creating a world class software portfolio. Our culture encourages creativity, welcomes fresh thinking, and focuses on growth, so our people, our business, and our customers can achieve their full potential.

Position Overview

You'll support our customers in developing and enhancing complex computer-aided engineering design and manufacturing processes. In this role, you'll work with CAD tools and scripting to bridge the gap between our software solutions and customer needs. You'll provide technical guidance, manage data exchange across engineering systems, and collaborate with both internal teams and external teams to deliver impactful solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your technical expertise while making a direct impact on customer success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide frontline technical support for EDA software/tools, resolving customer queries.
• Develop and execute scripts in Python, TCL, and Shell to automate testing, debugging, flow orchestration and workflow optimizations.
• Diagnose and replicate issues on Linux-based systems, leveraging deep knowledge of Linux environments for root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to accelerate complex problems from our software
• Document solutions, create knowledge base articles, and contribute to customer training materials.
• Monitor support metrics and drive continuous improvement in response times and resolution rates.
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and communication, Computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in the EDA industry, with hands‑on exposure to tools like Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens (Mentor Graphics).
• Proficiency in scripting with Python, TCL, and Shell for automation and data processing.
• Strong Linux knowledge, including command‑line proficiency, system administration, and troubleshooting.
• Solid electronics background, including understanding of digital/analog design, VLSI, Embedded, Emulation concepts.
• Proven customer support experience, with excellent communication skills and a customer‑first mindset.
• Certification in Linux (e.g., RHCSA) or relevant EDA tools or VLSI course. Preferred Qualifications
• Direct experience with Siemens Altair Accelerator and/or Flowtracer (or competitive workload managers such as IBM Spectrum LSF or Grid Engine).
• and‑route, GDS).
• Understanding of CAD infrastructure: Experience designing, configuring, or managing compute clusters and distributed computing environments for chip design workflows.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with Siemens EDA tools including Questa, Calibre, or other Siemens Digital Industries Software Solutions.
• Knowledge of hybrid on‑premise/cloud environments for EDA workloads and experience with cloud bursting strategies for compute‑intensive design tasks.
• Familiarity with containerized EDA workflows and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, Singularity) in semiconductor design contexts.
• Understanding of AI/ML applications in chip design including ML‑driven optimization, design space exploration, and intelligent job scheduling.
  

Why Us

At Siemens Software, flexibility is how we work—hybrid by default, built on trust and autonomy. Together, 30,000 people across more than 200 countries build technology that shapes the real world. You'll grow through real projects, strong technical peers, and global mobility, backed by the scale and benefits of an industrial software leader. We're committed to equality and inclusion, and we hire based on merit, skills, and impact. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday