Physical Design Application Engineer

General Information

Job Title Physical Design Application Engineer Job ID 12583 City US (non-CA) Off-Site State/Province US (non-CA) Off-Site Office Date Posted 19-Aug-2025 Job Category Engineering Job Subcategory Applications Engineering Hire Type Employee Remote Eligible No Base Salary Range: $134000 - $201000

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

This position requires access to or use of information, which is subject to export restrictions, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants for this position must be “U.S. Persons” within the meaning of the ITAR. “U.S. Persons” include U.S. Citizens, U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents (i.e. 'Green Card Holders'), Political Asylees, Refugees or other protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). 

This role can be performed out of our Sunnyvale CA or Austin TX locations.

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 are a passionate and experienced engineer with a deep understanding of the RTL to GDSII flow. You thrive on solving complex technical issues and enjoy working closely with customers to enhance their experience with cutting-edge technology. With your strong background in synthesis, physical design, and static timing analysis, you excel in diagnosing and resolving technical challenges. You are an excellent communicator, capable of conveying technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Your scripting skills in Perl, Tcl, and Python, along with your knowledge of CAD automation methods, make you a valuable asse