Act as the technical anchor and lead within the applications engineering team, setting best practices and driving technical excellence. Mentor and coach intermediate engineers on SOC methodologies, debug techniques, and industry best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Lead customer-facing engagements, architecting and guiding the integration of Synopsys UC - Ie IP into next-generation SOC designs. Provide expert-level guidance on front-end and back-end design challenges including validation, synthesis, DFT/ ATE, signal and power integrity, and physical design. Lead complex technical debug sessions, resolving critical issues related to design, timing, and power during customer implementation phases. Drive the tape-out and silicon bring-up process, analyzing silicon data to correlate pre-silicon models with post-silicon performance and identifying root causes of anomalies. Develop and utilize scripts and tools for automated silicon testing and data analysis, increasing efficiency and accuracy in post-silicon validation. Create advanced technical collateral, application notes, and training materials to enable customers and internal teams on new products and methodologies. Collaborate with internal R&D and design teams to gain early expertise on emerging IP, product features, and process technologies. Provide critical, field-driven feedback to influence the architecture and design of future products. The Impact You Will Have:Accelerate customer success by ensuring smooth, reliable integration of Synopsys IP into leading-edge SOC designs. Reduce customer risk and time-to-market by proactively identifying and resolving technical challenges throughout the SOC development lifecycle. Enable Synopsys to maintain its leadership in interface IP by delivering expert technical support and innovative solutions to our most strategic customers. Empower the applications engineering team through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and the establishment of best practices. Drive product improvements by channeling field insights and customer feedback into the R&D process. Enhance Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted technical partner, strengthening long-term customer relationships and opening new business opportunities. Shape the future of silicon IP development by influencing next-generation architectures and methodologies. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing engineering culture within the team and across Synopsys. What You’ll Need:BSc/ MSc in Electrical Engineering or a related field (PhD a plus).15 years of experience in SOC design, implementation, or applications, with multiple successful tape-outs and a comprehensive understanding of associated challenges. Hands-on expertise in silicon bring-up, characterization, debug, and correlation of pre- and post-silicon data. Strong command of industry-standard interfaces and protocols (e.g., PC - Ie/ CXL, DDR, UC - Ie, AMBA). Experience in customer-facing technical roles and/or mentoring engineering teams. Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Perl, TCL, etc.) for automation and data analysis. Familiarity with advanced technology processes (7 nm/5 nm/3 nm), mixed-signal IP, and 2.5 D/3 D IC packaging is highly desirable. Deep knowledge of EDA tools, especially in P&R, Physical Verification, and Signal/ Power Integrity domains. Who You Are:A technical leader and mentor with a growth mindset and dedication to continuous learning. Excellent communicator, able to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences with clarity. Proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments. Collaborative team player who values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Customer-focused, with a passion for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional support. Resilient, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities with composure and integrity. The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:You’ll join a world-class Applications Engineering organization at the heart of Synopsys’ Silicon IP business. Our team is dedicated to empowering customers to achieve rapid, risk-free SOC integration and successful product launches. We work closely with R&D, Product, and Design teams, blending deep technical expertise with a collaborative, inclusive culture. Together, we drive innovation, share knowledge, and shape the future of semiconductor technology.