What are the responsibilities and job description for the Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer position at Synopsys?
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.This position can be remote anywhere in the US. You Are:As a seasoned engineering professional with a passion for digital transformation, you thrive in environments where technology, data, and innovation intersect. You bring a wealth of experience in engineering software, technical consulting, and materials information management, making you a trusted advisor to both customers and colleagues. Your deep understanding of product development processes empowers you to bridge complex technical challenges with actionable solutions. You are adept at translating intricate data flows and integration requirements into clear recommendations, whether you're speaking with hands-on engineers or senior leaders. Your communication skills are exceptional-capable of delivering persuasive workshops, insightful presentations, and consultative engagements that drive adoption and best practices.You are highly organized and self-driven, managing multiple priorities with ease in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Your curiosity and forward-thinking mindset propel you to continuously seek improvement, staying ahead of industry trends and nurturing a culture of learning. As a mentor, you elevate your team, sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration. Your analytical prowess allows you to balance tactical execution with strategic vision, ensuring that materials information becomes a core enabler of engineering excellence. Above all, you are committed to building trust and credibility, delivering measurable outcomes that strengthen customer relationships and advance Synopsys' leadership in digital engineering.What You'll Be Doing:Act as a senior contributor and subject-matter expert for Material Information Management (MIM) within customer and internal engagements.Support and guide customers through the implementation, integration, and adoption of materials data management platforms across engineering environments.Collaborate with engineering, IT, and product development teams to integrate materials data with PLM, CAE, and other enterprise systems.Translate complex technical and data challenges into clear recommendations for both hands-on engineers and senior leadership.Deliver technical workshops, demonstrations, and presentations that build confidence and drive adoption of best practices.Partner with product management and development teams to influence product roadmap, interoperability, and usability based on real-world customer needs.Mentor less-experienced colleagues and contribute to internal best practices, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.The Impact You Will Have:Enable customers to scale and standardize materials data management across their organization.Reduce engineering risk and inefficiency by improving data quality, traceability, and accessibility.Help organizations accelerate innovation by connecting materials data to simulation, qualification, and design decision-making.Drive the strategic positioning of materials information as a core enabler of digital engineering transformation.Strengthen long-term customer relationships through trust, credibility, and measurable technical outcomes.Contribute to the continuous improvement of Synopsys' materials information management offerings, ensuring competitive advantage and customer success.What You'll Need:5 years of relevant experience in engineering, engineering software, or technical consulting roles.Strong understanding of product development processes and how data flows across the engineering lifecycle.Hands-on experience or deep familiarity with Material Information Management (MIM) or enterprise materials data management.Experience in engineering data management, PLM integration, or digital engineering workflows.Working knowledge of database systems and data modeling concepts.Experience with API-based integrations and software implementation or deployment projects.Familiarity with CAE, PLM, or materials data management platforms.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think both tactically and strategically.Exposure to agile or iterative project delivery methodologies is a plus.Who You Are:A trusted, consultative partner who can engage confidently with engineers, architects, and senior stakeholders.An excellent communicator who can explain complex concepts clearly and persuasively.Self-driven, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in dynamic environments.Curious and forward-thinking, with a passion for digital transformation and continuous improvement.A mentor and role model who elevates team capability and contributes to a strong learning culture.The Team You'll Be A Part Of:You'll join a collaborative group of applications engineers, technical consultants, and product specialists dedicated to advancing materials information management within Synopsys and its customers. The team is focused on delivering high-impact solutions, driving digital engineering transformation, and shaping the future of materials data integration. Together, you'll partner across engineering, IT, and product development to deliver innovative, scalable, and best-in-class offerings that empower organizations to unlock new levels of efficiency and innovation.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.
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.
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