Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer - SPDM

We Are

Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.

You Are

You are a senior engineer who's spent the last several years earning a reputation as a go-to technical authority in CAE, simulation data management, and Digital Engineering solutions. You know how to translate complex technical needs into practical solutions that engineering teams can actually use. You're comfortable engaging directly with managers, directors, and technical teams-listening closely, asking the right questions, and mapping business goals to technical outcomes. You thrive in environments where you can both architect solutions and serve as a hands-on advisor, helping customers move from idea to impact. You're not just here for the technology-you care about making a measurable difference for the teams you work with and the organizations you support. At Synopsys, you'll find a place where your technical depth and strategic thinking are valued, and where you can push the boundaries of simulation-driven design alongside some of the best in the industry.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading customer-facing technical engagements from technical discovery and solution architecture through demonstrations, evaluations, and defining success criteria
• Architecting scalable and differentiated CAE and simulation data management solutions using the Synopsys S&A platform
• Serving as a trusted advisor to key customer accounts, translating business initiatives into simulation-driven Digital Engineering solutions
• Leading assessment and consultancy projects that deliver measurable productivity and quality improvements
• Engaging directly with engineering managers, directors, and senior stakeholders to define Digital Engineering strategies and roadmaps
• Collaborating with product management and R&D to influence Synopsys product direction
• Enhancing best practices, technical excellence, and knowledge sharing within the team
• Representing Synopsys externally through conference presentations, industry events, and thought leadership activities

The Impact You Will Have

• Help leading organizations adopt and scale simulation and data management to drive real engineering results
• Deliver measurable improvements in customer productivity and quality through targeted solution architecture and consultancy
• Influence Synopsys product strategy by surfacing customer needs and technical insights to our internal teams
• Reinforce Synopsys' position as a leader in Digital Engineering and simulation-driven innovation
• Support the growth and development of engineering best practices across the customer and internal communities

What You'll Need

• BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience in CAE, engineering software, or Digital Engineering environments
• Significant expertise in simulation workflows, CAE platforms, and simulation data management (SPDM)
• Proven experience architecting and deploying enterprise-scale engineering solutions
• Hands-on experience with administrative configuration of enterprise systems
• Working scripting knowledge for customizing desktop applications and enterprise platform logic
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Ability to work effectively across globally distributed teams
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25-50% as required

Who You Are

• You make complex technical concepts accessible for both engineering and business audiences, quickly getting to the heart of the problem
• You build trust through active listening and clear, practical advice-moving projects forward with confidence and clarity
• You thrive on mentoring and knowledge sharing, helping teams raise their technical game
• You're comfortable representing Synopsys at industry events, using your expertise to drive thought leadership and customer engagement
• You work well across time zones and cultures, building strong relationships in distributed teams

The Team You'll Be Part Of

Your recruiter will share more about the team structure and mission during the interview process.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

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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.