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# Applications Engineering, Sr Engineer

- **Company:** Synopsys
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $109,000.0 - $163,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Very-Large-Scale Integration, Computer Engineering, Linux, Tcl (Programming Language), Scripting, Power Analysis (Cryptography)
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=eec65fda5b52eb84

## About the Role

* Impact: Day-to-day objectives with moderate impact on team results. * Experience: BS + 2 years related experience, or MS with no prior professional experience. Key Responsibilities * Support evaluations by executing PPRTL logical flows (libs, RTL, SDC/FSDB, synthesis, compute_power, CGE reporting) and preparing collateral from established templates. * Assist customers with routine flow setup, installation, and licensing questions; document results and issues for team review.
 * Perform basic RTL power lint and summarize findings; contribute testcase notes, FAQ entries, and internal knowledge-base updates. * Diagnose routine issues and escalate complex problems; reproduce defects and collaborate with sales, support, and senior AEs on assigned accounts. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. * Minimum 2 years in semiconductor EDA, IC design, or applications/support; or Master's degree with no prior experience.
 * Basic understanding of RTL power: switching, internal, and leakage power; clock gating fundamentals. * Familiarity with Linux and Tcl scripting; strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications * Exposure to VCS/Verdi, low-power VLSI coursework, and basic SDC/UPF familiarity



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