Global VP, Physical Verification Applications

Synopsys Inc; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys Inc. is seeking a seasoned leader to head the worldwide Physical Verification field applications engineering organization, driving technical strategy and revenue performance across regions.

You will establish executive relationships, shape product roadmaps, and execute competitive displacement initiatives to grow market share. The role requires 15+ years in semiconductor or EDA, strong PV tech knowledge (DRC, LVS, fill, signoff), and a track record of leading global teams with revenue

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in semiconductor or EDA industries, with expertise in Physical Verification technologies including DRC, LVS, fill, and signoff methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record leading global technical sales or applications engineering organizations with direct revenue accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the worldwide Physical Verification field applications engineering organization, establishing technical and commercial strategies across all geographic regions.
• Drive achievement of annual revenue targets through strategic pipeline development, account planning, and disciplined sales execution.
• Establish and maintain executive-level relationships with key decision-makers at semiconductor companies, foundries, and design organizations.
• Develop and implement competitive displacement initiatives that leverage the full Synopsys portfolio to capture market share from established competitors.
• Serve as the primary conduit between field operations and product development, providing structured customer feedback to inform Physical Verification product roadmap priorities.
• Build organizational capability through strategic hiring, professional development, and talent retention across a global team structure.
• Collaborate with sales leadership to optimize resource allocation and ensure alignment between technical capabilities and high-value business opportunities.

Skills

Global leadership

Revenue accountability

Executive communication

Travel readiness

Physical Verification tech

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Synopsys Inc. is seeking a seasoned leader to head the worldwide Physical Verification field applications engineering organization, driving technical strategy and revenue performance across regions.

You will establish executive relationships, shape product roadmaps, and execute competitive displacement initiatives to grow market share. The role requires 15+ years in semiconductor or EDA, strong PV tech knowledge (DRC, LVS, fill, signoff), and a track record of leading global teams with revenue