Hiring: Sr Director, Applications Engineering Company: Synopsys Inc Location: Sunnyvale, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 13:48:01 Target Skills & Keywords : EDA, Product Strategy, R, Segment About the job Experience: •15+ years of experience in semiconductor or EDA industries, with demonstrated expertise in Physical Verification technologies including DRC, LVS, fill, and signoff methodologies Required Skills: •At Synopsys, you will lead the worldwide Physical Verification applications engineering function with full responsibility for technical strategy and revenue performance. •The Impact You Will Have •Directly influence Synopsys' competitive position in Physical Verification, a strategically important and highly competitive segment of the EDA market Qualifications: •You quickly assess technical situations and identify the core issues that require resolution to advance customer decisions •You establish clear expectations and accountability frameworks that enable your team to operate effectively and deliver consistent results •You conduct thorough analysis of competitive outcomes to extract insights and refine organizational strategies •You communicate complex technical concepts concisely to executive audiences while preserving necessary detail and context •You provide direct feedback when product capabilities do not meet market requirements and advocate effectively for resources needed to secure strategic opportunities •You operate with equal effectiveness in technical discussions with engineering teams and business negotiations with senior executives Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!