Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer - RF/PCB/Circuits

We Are: At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation. You Are: You will work with a variety of customers in your application area of High Frequency Electromagnetics and give recommendations for improving your customers' product development. You will find solutions to their application engineering challenges, utilizing our software and best practices in their design processes. As a hands‑on application expert for our software solutions in your application area of High Frequency Electromagnetics you will provide technical sales support, deliver professional services, ensure customer productivity through training and methodology support, and help translate customer requirements into new product features. You will work in multidisciplinary teams to contribute to end‑to‑end simulation solutions, expand your application domain and industry knowledge, and support the growth of the business. What You'll Be Doing: Leads the coordination and execution of all technical activities throughout the lifecycle of a sales opportunity, e.g. technical discovery, negotiation of technical success criteria, product presentations, demonstrations and evaluations. Works independently, results‑oriented, across teams and organizations. As a credible hands‑on expert in the customer's application, you will work with customers to better understand their product development requirements and what they need to improve their performance metrics. You will address application‑specific design and simulation requirements by utilizing the relevant product technologies and platforms that best meet the customer's needs. You will internalize our value proposition and convince the customer of the compelling reasons to use our tools. Support the development of differentiating simulation solutions using our platform and our products; implement our solutions into your customers' design workflows. Expand your expertise and become a recognized expert in your field of application. Collaborate with the Product Development to translate customer requirements into new product features; participate in the testing of new product releases, develop application best practices. Support the Field and Digital Marketing team by developing promotional materials and supporting events and author conference presentations. Contribute to and lead professional service deliveries and conduct training classes. The Impact You Will Have: Accelerating customer adoption and satisfaction by providing expert technical support and solutions. Improving product quality and reliability through hands‑on validation and troubleshooting. Driving innovation by relaying customer feedback and market trends to product teams. Enhancing Synopsys' reputation as a leader in communications technology and customer service. Empowering customers to optimize their designs and achieve faster time‑to‑market. Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative, inclusive team environment. What You'll Need: Required education and degree type: BS or MS or PhD in Mechanical/Chemical/Aerospace/Electrical Engineering or related field Required minimum years of professional experience in an engineering software environment: BS+5, MS+3, or PhD+0 Demonstrated use of relevant Ansys software or knowledge of other commercial CAE, CAD, EDA, PLM software packages Logical problem‑solving, strong interpersonal and communication skills, fluent in writing and speaking English Strong organizational and time‑management skills, possesses a sense of urgency Projects a professional image and demonstrates business acumen, driven to succeed Ability to travel domestically up to 25% of time Demonstrated working knowledge and previous usage of Ansys HFSS, Ansys SIwave, Ansys Q3D Extractor or other simulation software involving real world, industry level applications Knowledge of RF circuit packaging, printed circuit boards and connector design processes and simulations Fundamental knowledge of high frequency electromagnetics, microwave and antenna concepts including S‑parameters, wave propagation, antenna radiation patterns, scattering analysis, and component coupling/interference analysis. Knowledgeable of Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference. Experience considering multi‑physics implications on electronic devices such as thermal, stress, and general electronics reliability. Knowledge of high‑powered electromagnetic applications Who You Are: Innovative thinker with a solution‑oriented mindset. Effective communicator who can distill technical concepts for diverse audiences. Collaborative team player, eager to share knowledge and learn from others. Customer‑focused, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast‑paced environments. Self‑motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. The Team You'll Be A Part Of: You'll join a dynamic Applications Engineering team based in Austin, dedicated to enabling customers' success with Synopsys communications solutions. The team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence, working closely with product, R&D, and sales teams to deliver world‑class support and drive continuous improvement. You'll be surrounded by passionate professionals committed to pushing the boundaries of communications technology. 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. In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job‑related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Synopsys, Inc.