Director Applications Engineering

Synopsys Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Wellness programs

Financial benefits

Job summary

Synopsys Inc is looking for a skilled leader based in Austin, Texas, to drive innovations in chip design as part of their Application Engineering team. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in SoC/ASIC development, strong knowledge of PCIe and Ethernet protocols, and proven leadership skills. This role includes managing customer projects, coaching teams, and resolving escalations, all while contributing to the enhancement of customer satisfaction and market position. A comprehensive range of health and financial benefits will be provided.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in SoC/ASIC development and technical leadership.
• Experience with PCIe and Ethernet protocols.
• Strong team leadership and customer support skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Application Engineers.
• Manage execution across multiple customer projects.
• Resolve customer escalations and drive solutions.
• Standardize integration reviews and engagement best practices.
• Collaborate with R&D and Product teams for improvements.
• Track metrics and optimize team processes.

Skills

SoC/ASIC development

Customer support

Technical leadership

High-speed protocols

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

PCIe

Ethernet

Simulation tools

Synthesis tools

STA tools

Job description

We Are

Open to hiring for this role to be located in either Austin or Sunnyvale.

At Synopsys, we drive innovation in chip design, verification, and IP integration—enabling high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us and help shape the Era of Pervasive Intelligence.

You Are

You are a skilled leader with extensive SoC/ASIC experience and a passion for customer success. You thrive managing teams, solving technical challenges, and collaborating cross-functionally. Your expertise in high-speed protocols and people management enables you to deliver outstanding results for customers and your team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead, coach, and develop Application Engineers.
• Manage execution across multiple customer projects.
• Resolve customer escalations and drive solutions.
• Standardize integration reviews and engagement best practices.
• Collaborate with R&D and Product teams for improvements.
• Track metrics and optimize team processes.

The Impact You Will Have

• Enhance adoption of Synopsys Interface IP products.
• Enable successful customer design integrations.
• Boost customer satisfaction and support innovation.
• Strengthen Synopsys’ market position.
• Drive next-generation product development.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• 15+ years in SoC/ASIC development and technical leadership.
• Experience with PCIe/Ethernet protocols.
• Hands‑on simulation, synthesis, STA expertise.
• Strong team leadership and customer support skills.

Who You Are

• Creative, results‑oriented, and collaborative.
• Excellent communicator and problem solver.
• Willing to travel for key engagements no more than 15% of the time.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of

A collaborative group focused on enabling customers to integrate Synopsys Interface IP into their SoCs and supporting them through design and deployment.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits. Your recruiter will provide details during the hiring process.