Director Applications Engineering- DFT

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 visionary leader, passionate about fostering technical excellence and driving business growth. With a deep understanding of digital design technologies especially in Design for Test (DFT), Synthesis, or related domains you thrive in dynamic, high-impact environments. You possess a strong track record of leading engineering teams, inspiring innovation, and delivering customer-centric solutions. Your experience spans project management, strategic planning, and customer engagement, enabling you to act as a trusted advisor to both internal stakeholders and external partners.

You are adept at building and nurturing cross-functional relationships, translating complex technical feedback into actionable business insights, and steering teams toward operational excellence. You excel at communicating with clarity and empathy at all levels, from engineers to senior executives. Your global mindset and collaborative spirit empower you to manage distributed teams, drive process improvements, and cultivate a culture of accountability and continuous learning. Above all, you are committed to making a difference helping customers achieve their goals while advancing Synopsys' mission of technological leadership.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Lead and expand the Applications Engineering team focused on delivering advanced DFT solutions across India .
• Define, communicate, and execute strategic initiatives to increase Synopsys' market presence and customer success.
• Act as a senior technical leader and trusted advisor, ensuring that Synopsys' DFT offerings align with customer requirements.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with senior customer stakeholders, driving long-term engagement and satisfaction.
• Translate customer feedback into actionable insights for product development, roadmap planning, and process enhancement.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects, managing cross-functional collaboration and ensuring timely, quality delivery.
• Drive process improvements, standardization, and knowledge sharing within the Applications Engineering function.
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

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The Team You'll Be A Part Of :

You'll join Synopsys' Hardware, Analytics, and Test Business Unit, a high-impact group dedicated to empowering semiconductor companies with best-in-class DFT technologies. Our Applications Engineering team coaches customers, demonstrates industry-leading practices, and ensures successful tape-outs by building and executing optimized flows. Collaboration, innovation, and shared success define our culture as we help customers achieve high-quality designs and accelerate time-to-market.