Applications Engineering Executive Director

Role Summary

The Applications Engineering Executive Director will provide strategic leadership to a high-performing applications engineering team within Synopsys, focusing on advanced hardware verification technologies. This role is central to ensuring customer success through effective technical solutions and innovative processes.

Experience Level

This position requires extensive experience in applications engineering, specifically within the semiconductor or EDA industry. Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years of experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

The Executive Director will:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing applications engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-specific solutions.
• Drive customer engagement and facilitate successful adoption of Synopsys products.
• Identify market trends to influence product strategy.
• Develop processes to enhance customer support operations.
• Represent the company at industry events and meetings.
• Manage resources, budgets, and project timelines for operational excellence.

Requirements

Candidates should possess:

• In-depth knowledge of chip design, verification, and IP integration technologies.
• Strong leadership and management skills for leading large, distributed technical teams.
• Sophisticated communication and presentation abilities.
• Strategic planning and resource management proficiencies.
• Experience with customer engagement methodologies and tools.

Education Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is essential; a PhD is preferred.