Applications Engineer, Staff Job in Synopsys

Verification AE s have the opportunity to work with various customers, giving them abundant exposure to different design styles and verification methodologies that are being used in the semiconductor industry today. He/She partners with customers on technology deployments, problem resolutions, methodology guidance, training and technical account management. He/She is expected to manage multiple customer issues concurrently and be very effective at interacting with customers, not only verification/design engineers, but first or second level management as well. The verification AC works very closely with the verification business unit on product demonstrations, evaluations, and competitive benchmarking. He/She also provides technical feedback to Synopsys product development teams pertaining to issues that customers face in the field, what s working/not working, recommended enhancements etc. This position allows the individual to learn the state-of-art verification flows/methodology from Synopsys as well as hone his/her leadership skills in driving technology campaigns.
He/She also plays an active role in account planning, working as part of the account team to develop solutions to customer problems based on their insight into the customers' needs and issues. Verification AC s are part of an AC team managed by the India Verification AC Manager.

Typically requires a minimum of 6-10 years of related experience.Good knowledge of Verification methodologies, flows and strong communication skills are required. Ability to work with customers and CAE/R&D teams is important. Proficient with C/C++, Unix, Simulation/Debug/LP verification methodologies, HDL (Verilog/VHDL/System Verilog), Testbench Methodologies(OVM/UVM) and a strong understanding of design flows, VLSI, and/or CAD-engineering. He/She needs to be adept in using standard scripting languages like TCL and PERL. Proficiency in industry standard protocols like Ethernet/PCIe/HDMI and AMBA would be desirable.
He/She should possess excellent customer interface, negotiation, communication and planning skills. He/she should have the ability to lead complex tasks to achieve timely completion consistent with program schedule and cost constraints. He/She must be a good team player