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Lead Application Engineer

Lead Application Engineer

SynopsysMountain View, California, United States
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You Are :

You are a dynamic and experienced engineering leader passionate about leveraging simulation technology to solve real-world product development challenges. With a strong technical background in High Frequency Electromagnetics and a track record of customer-facing success, you thrive in environments that require both deep technical expertise and strategic business acumen. A natural mentor, you enjoy empowering others-whether it's guiding fellow engineers or influencing enterprise-level stakeholders. Your ability to communicate complex ideas clearly makes you a credible advisor to customers and colleagues alike.

You are adept at orchestrating multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, reusable simulation solutions that drive measurable results. Your experience spans across engineering software environments, and you have hands-on knowledge of CAE, CAD, EDA, and PLM tools. You bring a consultative approach to understanding customer needs, translating them into actionable features and impactful solutions. You continuously seek out opportunities to advance your field through thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and active engagement in industry initiatives.

As a proactive problem-solver, you manage multiple complex projects with urgency and professionalism. You're driven to succeed, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes and revenue impact. Your fluency in Python and simulation software APIs, combined with your understanding of electronics design and simulation data flows, makes you a sought-after expert. You value personal growth, teamwork, and the opportunity to shape the future of simulation technology.

What You'll Be Doing :

  • Leading technical sales campaigns and guiding multidisciplinary teams to develop and deploy simulation solutions in customer design workflows.
  • Providing proactive technical leadership throughout the lifecycle of sales opportunities-conducting technical discovery, negotiating success criteria, and delivering compelling product presentations, demos, and evaluations.
  • Collaborating with sales and marketing teams to craft go-to-market strategies, develop promotional materials, and support industry events and conferences.
  • Scoping and delivering professional services projects, offering expert consulting to help customers optimize their product development with Ansys software.
  • Translating customer requirements into new product features by working closely with product development teams and shaping the product roadmap.
  • Mentoring colleagues and leading knowledge-sharing initiatives to build best practices and expand team expertise.
  • Testing new product versions on industrial problems and developing reusable application solutions.
  • Actively engaging in innovation initiatives to enhance technology, offerings, and team productivity.

The Impact You Will Have :

  • Drive successful adoption of Synopsys solutions, directly improving customers' key performance indicators and product outcomes.
  • Establish yourself as a thought leader and trusted advisor within the industry and across Synopsys teams.
  • Influence the evolution of simulation technology through active input into product development and roadmap planning.
  • Expand Synopsys' reach into new application areas and industries by developing innovative, scalable solutions.
  • Enhance customer satisfaction and retention through exceptional project delivery and consultative support.
  • Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
  • Support digital marketing and field teams to amplify Synopsys' brand and thought leadership at industry events.
  • What You'll Need :

  • BS / MS / PhD in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related field (BS+8, MS+6, PhD+3 years of experience minimum).
  • Proven expertise with Ansys software and / or other commercial CAE, CAD, EDA, PLM packages.
  • Subject matter expertise in high frequency electromagnetics, RF or SI / PI electronics design, and simulation-driven product development.
  • Strong programming capabilities with Python or similar languages; experience with PyAEDT, PyEDB, or simulation software APIs.
  • Solid understanding of electronics design workflows, data flows, and the role of simulation technology.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities in customer-facing and project team environments.
  • Experience with DevOps, CI / CD, agile project management, and GUI development (desktop or browser-based).
  • Familiarity with version control systems (Git, GitHub) and object-oriented programming principles.
  • Ability to travel domestically up to 25% (preferably up to 50% for some roles).
  • Who You Are :

  • Logical, analytical, and results-oriented problem solver.
  • Clear and confident communicator, fluent in written and spoken English.
  • Demonstrates professional image, business acumen, and urgency in project management.
  • Proactive collaborator, capable of influencing and engaging senior business managers and executives.
  • Mentor and team builder, committed to knowledge sharing and developing others.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and eager to learn and innovate in a fast-paced environment.
  • The Team You'll Be A Part Of :

    You will join a diverse, multidisciplinary engineering team focused on advancing high frequency electromagnetics simulation and driving customer success. The team is collaborative, innovative, and passionate about solving complex technical challenges for leading companies across industries. You'll work alongside thought leaders and technical experts, contributing to a culture of excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

    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.

    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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