Applications Engineering Architect - PPA

Role Summary

The Applications Engineering Architect will focus on architecting and executing the physical design of high-performance processors and processor-based subsystems. The role involves collaborating with customers and influencing product roadmaps while developing advanced EDA tools to support sophisticated silicon designs.

Experience Level

This position is for mid-career professionals with proven expertise in physical design and silicon implementation, particularly for high-performance processors and SoCs.

Responsibilities

• Architect high-performance, energy-efficient processor designs meeting aggressive performance and power metrics.
• Refine EDA tools and methodologies to support processor implementations.
• Work with customers to guide their processor-based platform development using Synopsys EDA solutions.
• Collaborate with R&D and marketing teams to align product features with market trends.
• Engage with IP partners for tool and IP integration.
• Lead account strategy meetings and innovative solution development.
• Mentor engineering teams on best practices for physical design.
• Represent Synopsys in industry events to showcase technical leadership.

Requirements

• Expertise in physical design and implementation of processors and SoCs.
• Strong familiarity with advanced EDA tools for digital implementation.
• Experience with cutting-edge silicon technologies (7nm, 5nm, 3nm).
• Hands-on integration experience with IP vendors.
• Programming skills in Python, Tcl, or Perl for automation.
• Understanding of PPA trade-offs in design.

Education Requirements

A relevant degree in Engineering or Computer Science is typically required for this role.