Applications Engineering, Principal Engineer

Synopsys; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Synopsys in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Application Engineer for Memory Interface IP, including DDR, LPDDR, and HBM, and related Controller IPs. You will troubleshoot lab bring-up, support post-sales, and travel up to 15-20%.

You will deliver technical sessions, create user collateral, and collaborate with global teams to improve usability and adoption of Synopsys Memory Interface solutions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry experience in Memory Interface IP such as DDR, LPDDR, and HBM, or other Interface IP including PCIe, Ethernet, and UCIe.
• Experience with Controller IPs, AMBA bus interfaces, AXI, and backend engineering.
• Hands-on experience with lab debug and silicon bring-up.
• Proficiency in Linux, Verilog and/or VHDL, and ASIC design flows.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, ideally with a VLSI focus.

Responsibilities

• Supporting post-sales integration and silicon bring-up of Memory Interface PHY IP, including HBM, DDR, and LPDDR, as well as Controller IPs.
• Delivering technical presentations and training to help customers deploy solutions successfully.
• Creating documentation and user collateral that improves product usability and adoption.
• Collaborating with internal and customer engineering teams to solve technical challenges.
• Staying current with memory protocols such as DDR5, LPDDR6, MRDIMM2, and HBM4.
• Driving product usability, customer success, and technology adoption.

Skills

Memory IP

Controller IPs

AMBA/AXI

Lab debug

Linux

Verilog/VHDL

ASIC flows

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Verilog

VHDL

Job description

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape how we live and connect. Our technology powers the era of pervasive intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. Join us to help shape the future through continuous innovation in chip design and IP integration.

You Are:

You are an experienced Application Engineer who is energized by solving complex customer challenges in Memory Interface and Interface IP. You bring a practical, hands-on approach to lab debug, silicon bring-up, and technical problem-solving, and you communicate effectively across global teams. You are comfortable supporting customer engagements, including occasional travel of up to 15-20% (dependent on location). This role can be based in the Bay Area, Austin, Boxborough, or Ottawa.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting post-sales integration and silicon bring-up of Memory Interface PHY IP, including HBM, DDR, and LPDDR, as well as Controller IPs
• Delivering technical presentations and training to help customers deploy solutions successfully
• Creating documentation and user collateral that improves product usability and adoption
• Collaborating with internal and customer engineering teams to solve technical challenges
• Staying current with memory protocols such as DDR5, LPDDR6, MRDIMM2, and HBM4
• Driving product usability, customer success, and technology adoption

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhance customer experience and contribute to project success
• Facilitate smooth integration of Synopsys Memory Interface IP into customer designs
• Improve product documentation and overall usability
• Strengthen Synopsys' leadership in Memory Interface IP through high-quality technical support
• Deliver valuable feedback that helps shape product improvements
• Drive technology adoption through expert customer engagement

What You'll Need:

• 8+ years of industry experience in Memory Interface IP such as DDR, LPDDR, and HBM, or other Interface IP including PCIe, Ethernet, and UCIe
• Experience with Controller IPs, AMBA bus interfaces, AXI, and backend engineering
• Hands-on experience with lab debug and silicon bring-up
• Proficiency in Linux, Verilog and/or VHDL, and ASIC design flows
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, ideally with a VLSI focus

Who You Are:

• Strong communicator and collaborator
• Efficient, organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable
• Problem-solver who thrives in dynamic settings

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

Join a global team of engineers dedicated to customer success and product excellence in Memory Interface IP solutions.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits. Details will be provided during the hiring process.

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.