Senior Applications Engineer - Physical Verification and Backend Design

Synopsys India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys India Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer (ICV) in Applications Engineering to drive IC Validator and backend physical design initiatives.

You'll work with cutting-edge PV tools, apply RTL2GDS design flows, and collaborate with global teams to deliver high-performance silicon content. 8–10+ years of hands-on experience required.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of hands-on design experience in PV and backend physical design.

Responsibilities

• Work on IC Validator (PV platform) and backend physical design.
• Use ICV, ICCII, Fusion Compiler or Runset as required.
• Hands-on experience with other PV tools is a plus.
• Leverage understanding of advanced process nodes, physical design, and low power design methodologies.
• Utilize scripting to automate processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Physical Verification

Backend Physical Design

RTL2GDS flow

CPU/GPU design

Low Power design

Scripting: Perl

Scripting: TCL

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ICV (IC Validator)

ICCII

Fusion Compiler

Runset

Job description

Applications Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer (ICV)

Job Title Applications Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer (ICV)

Job ID 17434

Country India

City Bengaluru

Date Posted 08-May-2026

Job Category Engineering

Job Subcategory Applications Engineering

Hire Type Employee

Remote Eligible No

Job Description and Requirements

Applications Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer Work Location : Bangalore, India

If You Are:

A seasoned professional with 8-10+ years of hands‑on design experience, particularly in Physical Verification and backend physical design. You have a deep understanding of RTL2GDS design flow, CPU/GPU design, and low power design methodologies. Your expertise in advanced process nodes and solid scripting skills set you apart. You are a self‑starter with good communication skills. You are comfortable connecting with senior personnel in your area of expertise, and your interpersonal skills make you a valued team member.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work on IC Validator (Physical Verification Platform) and backend physical design.
• Use ICV , ICCII, Fusion Compiler or EDA tools as required.
• Hands on experience with other PV tools is a plus.
• Leverage your understanding of advanced process nodes, physical design, and low power design methodologies.
• Utilize your scripting skills to automate processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

The Impact You Will Have:

Improve the efficiency of our design process. Contribute to the development of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Drive innovation in our product offerings. Enhance our team's skill set with your expertise. Foster strong relationships with stakeholders. Influence the future of technology at Synopsys.

What You’ll Need:

BS/MS with 8-10+ years of direct hands‑on design experience. Proficiency in Physical Verification in backend physical design Experience with ICV, PXL, Fusion Compiler, Runset coding knowledge is a plus. Solid scripting skills. Knowledge of scripting languages such as Perl and TCL. Business level English and presentation skills.

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. Experience Level Senior Level