Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.

Check how this applies to your own job

Synopsys has filed one layoff notice in the last twelve months, covering 128 workers, most recently August 2026. These are public filings with state labor departments, and an open role can sit alongside them. See the filings

Skills this job asks for

Say which you have and which you want to build. We use it to match you to jobs like this one.

Excel

About the job

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.

You Are:

You are a passionate engineering professional with a deep expertise in high-frequency electromagnetics and a drive to solve complex real-world problems. You thrive in customer-facing environments, leveraging your technical acumen and communication skills to deliver actionable solutions and build strong relationships. Your experience with advanced simulation software allows you to translate customer challenges into innovative product capabilities, and you excel at collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams. You possess a growth mindset, always eager to learn new technologies and advance your knowledge, while also contributing to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Your approach to problem-solving is logical and thorough, and you are adept at presenting technical concepts in a clear, engaging manner. Whether delivering training, consulting on projects, or supporting new product releases, you bring a sense of urgency, organization, and business acumen to every task. You are comfortable interacting with senior business leaders and stakeholders, and your professionalism enhances the customer experience. If you are ready to make an impact at the intersection of engineering and innovation, Synopsys is the place for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Provide advanced technical support and guidance to customers using Ansys electromagnetics simulation tools, ensuring high-quality, timely solutions.

Engage proactively with key accounts to deliver comprehensive electromagnetic solutions tailored to customer design workflows and business needs.

Conduct intermediate and advanced training sessions, webinars, and presentations for customers and internal teams.

Scope, plan, and deliver professional services projects, collaborating with cross-functional application engineering teams.

Gather and analyze customer requirements, working closely with product development to enhance Ansys software capabilities.

Test and validate new software releases on industrial problems, providing feedback and driving product improvements.

Participate in internal initiatives to share best practices and foster knowledge exchange within and across disciplines.

Travel up to 25% to support customer engagements, training, and project delivery.

This position is required to be on site in the office in Sunnyvale, CA.

The Impact You Will Have:

Accelerate customer success by enabling seamless integration of Ansys solutions into their design workflows.

Drive adoption of advanced simulation technologies, helping customers solve critical engineering challenges.

Enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty through exceptional technical support and consultative services.

Influence product development by translating customer feedback into innovative new features and capabilities.

Elevate Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted partner in the engineering and semiconductor industry.

Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement, sharing expertise and best practices with peers.

Support business growth through impactful pre-sales technical engagement and solution delivery.

What You’ll Need:

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (with emphasis on high-frequency electromagnetics) or a related technical discipline.

Minimum 3 years of experience in an engineering software environment, with hands-on use of ANSYS or similar CAE/CAD/EDA tools.

Expertise in signal and power integrity simulation analysis, including cross-talk analysis, impedance simulations, and eye diagram analysis.

Strong knowledge of circuit-level and timing analysis for signal integrity applications and compliance standards.

Experience with package, PCB, and connector design processes, and familiarity with EDA tools.

Fundamental understanding of microwave and antenna concepts, including S-parameters, wave propagation, and scattering analysis.

Demonstrated ability to conduct training, deliver presentations, and facilitate webinars for technical audiences.