SOC Engineering, Sr Manager

General Information

Job Title SOC Engineering, Sr Manager Job ID 12552 City Austin State/Province Texas Date Posted 14-Aug-2025 Job Category Engineering Job Subcategory SOC Engineering Hire Type Employee Remote Eligible No Base Salary Range: $165000 - $247000

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

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 seasoned semiconductor professional who thrives at the intersection of technology and business. With over a decade of hands-on experience in product companies, you possess deep expertise in tape-out processes, chip design, and the latest industry trends. Your technical acumen is matched by a keen understanding of market dynamics and customer challenges across verticals like automotive, high-performance computing, and aerospace & defense. You excel at crafting holistic solutions that integrate Synopsys Tools, IP, Hardware, and Services, and you have a talent for building creative business and technical proposals that resonate with executives and engineering teams alike.

Your strategic mindset enables you to identify growth opportunities and articulate compelling value propositions tailored to each customer’s unique needs. You are comfortable presenting to C-level stakeholders and can navigate complex sales cycles with confidence. Collaboration comes naturally to you, and you enjoy working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and engineering to architect innovative solutions. Your network includes industry experts and supply chain partners, and you’re always expanding your knowledge of emerging trends such as chiplets and 3D packaging. You are proactive in monitoring project status, risks, and change requests, ensuring successful delivery and customer satisfaction. Above all, you are passionate about driving transformation in the semiconductor ecosystem and empowering customers to succeed in a fast-evolving landscape.

What You’Ll Be Doing:

• Architecting technical and business proposals for semiconductor companies in the US and AsiaPac regions to enable services business growth.
• Identifying market growth opportunities, customer high-value problems, and industry trends to design and present customized Synopsys solutions.
• Collaborating with sales, marketing, and engineering core teams to develop go-to-market strategies aligned with customer tapeout needs.
• Presenting Synopsys’ comprehensive solution portfolio—including Tools, IPs, and Services—to drive customer interest and engagement.
• Engaging with executive and mid-level customer management to position Synopsys’s unique value and build lasting relationships.
• Building and reviewing solution proposals, including project scoping, cost/schedule estimation, RFI/RFQ responses, and drafting/reviewing SOWs.
• Monitoring project status, managing risks and change requests, and ensuring successful execution in partnership with engineering teams.
• Staying abreast of design flows, IP integration, foundry requirements, and emerging concepts like chiplets and 3D packaging.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Empowering semiconductor customers to overcome their most complex System and SoC challenges through tailored solutions.
• Driving revenue growth and market expansion for Synopsys Services across strategic verticals and global regions.
• Strengthening Synopsys’s reputation as a trusted partner in chip design, IP integration, and advanced packaging technologies.
• Enabling successful tapeouts and project deliveries by architecting robust, efficient, and scalable solutions.
• Influencing product strategy and innovation by capturing customer feedback and market insights.
• Fostering cross-functional collaboration and knowledge-sharing among Synopsys experts in IP, EDA, and hardware.
• Contributing to global process optimization and measurable service improvements.

What You’Ll Need:

• Minimum 12 years of industry experience in semiconductor design, services, or related domains.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, with a strong background in driving tape-outs at product companies.
• Expertise in key verticals including Automotive, HPC, and Aerospace & Defense, with working-level knowledge of chip design.
• Familiarity with Synopsys EDA Tools, IPs, and Services offerings, as well as third-party IPs and foundry requirements.
• Experience in building and deploying efficient, measurable global processes in a services business environment.
• Understanding of chiplets, 3D packaging concepts, and current industry trends (preferred).
• Existing network with supply chain ecosystem partners and industry executives (preferred)

Who You Are:

• Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen and technical expertise.
• Excellent communicator, comfortable presenting to executives and technical audiences alike.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments.
• Problem solver with a creative approach to solution architecture and proposal development.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adept at managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Passionate about innovation and continuous learning in the semiconductor space.

The Team You’Ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team of experts in IP, EDA, hardware, and product marketing dedicated to architecting platform solutions for the world’s leading semiconductor companies. The team operates at the forefront of technology and business strategy, collaborating across regions and functions to deliver transformative outcomes for customers and drive Synopsys’s continued leadership in the industry.

Rewards And Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

Principal SOC Design Engineer

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.

Our System Solutions Group enables our customers with end-to-end SoC designs in advanced technologies. We deliver tool flows, provide expertise in design methodology creation and implementation, and support RTL-to-GDSII implementation for blocks, sub-systems, and full SoCs. Our customers range from start-ups to industry leaders, commercial and government agencies, developing products for high-performance computing, automotive, aerospace & defense, and more.

You Are:

You are a seasoned design engineer with a passion for leading teams and driving complex projects to successful completion. With over 12+ years of experience in designing and verifying ASIC/FPGA devices, you excel in applying modern design processes and flows for ASIC designs. Your strong technical background is complemented by your ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. You possess a detailed understanding of the ASIC design flow, from microarchitecture through RTL development, verification, synthesis, and timing closure. Your expertise in System Verilog RTL coding and review of complex designs, along with your experience with vendor tooling within an ASIC development flow, makes you an invaluable asset to any team. You thrive in dynamic environments, constantly seeking new challenges and opportunities to innovate.

What You’Ll Be Doing:

• Manage and lead a team of 6-12 SoC/Subsystem Design Engineers for various customer engagements. 
• Work with Synopsys customers to understand their needs and define design scope and activities. 
• Lead and mentor a design team in day-to-day activities and grow the capabilities of the design team for future assignments. 
• Understand and apply modern design processes and flows for ASIC designs.
• Partitioning and architecting designs from requirements, including high-level and microarchitecture.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including verification, DFT, and physical design.
• Implementing industry-standard design methods for clocking, resets, metastability, and logical design for control/data paths.
• Developing and reviewing System Verilog RTL code for complex designs.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Driving the successful execution of full turnkey SoC designs from specification to parts.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality, high-performance ASIC and FPGA devices.
• Enabling our customers to develop cutting-edge products for high-performance computing, automotive, aerospace & defense, and more.
• Contributing to the continuous innovation and advancement of our design methodologies and tools.
• Enhancing the capabilities and expertise of your team through leadership and mentorship.
• Supporting the strategic goals of Synopsys with your technical expertise and innovative solutions.

What You’Ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 12+ years of experience designing and verifying ASIC/FPGA devices.
• Proficiency in System Verilog RTL coding and review.
• Experience with vendor tooling within an ASIC development flow (Simulators, LINT, CDC/RDC, Synthesis, STA).
• Ability to understand and implement complex protocols such as PCIe, Ethernet, UCIe.

Who You Are:

You are a collaborative and innovative leader with excellent communication skills. Your ability to work independently and tackle significant and unique challenges sets you apart. You possess extensive expertise and use your skills to contribute to organizational objectives. Your strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities enable you to implement solutions that drive department results and support the overall success of Synopsys.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering end-to-end SoC designs in advanced technologies. Our team is dedicated to innovation and excellence, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in chip design and verification. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and a passion for technology.

Rewards And Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.