Applications Engineering, Staff Engineer - 16221

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, IP integration and simulation & analysis, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips, software content & systems. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are: 

You are a motivated Staff Engineer with over 4+ years of hands-on optics & lighting experience in the automotive and/or aerospace & defense industries. You thrive in dynamic environments and possess excellent communication skills, including a strong command of German and English. Your technical expertise allows you to demonstrate differentiated optical simulation workflows to prospects, train new software users and support existing customers in a proactive, emphatic & professional manner. You possess business acumen to work hand in hand with our sales colleagues and provide the best technical recommendations to ensure both customer satisfaction and business outcome. You understand software product development to effectively voice our customers’ requests to shape the future of our products. You work autonomously, solving problems by proactively finding solutions & partners to help, and by developing innovative solutions such as scripts & software customization using Python or another programming language. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Demonstrating differentiated optical workflows including optical design, optimization, lighting validation & visualization, mutliphysics (thermal, structural, fluid simulations).
• Providing technical support to key customers in Europe, Middle East and Africa.
• Collaborating with R&D teams to drive product development.
• Creating knowledge content such as articles, videos, and training courses. 
• Utilizing scripting languages such as Python for automation and optimization.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Drive the digital transformation in the automotive and aerospace industries. 
• Providing critical support that helps customers overcome their optical challenges.
• Driving innovations that contribute to the success of Synopsys' cutting-edge technologies & contributing to the development of new features that keep Synopsys at the forefront of the industry.
• Fostering strong relationships with global customers, reinforcing Synopsys' reputation as a leader in simulation & analysis, chip design and software security.

What You’ll Need:

• BS/MS/PhD in Optical/Electrical/Physics Engineering or a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating knowledge of optical theory & design. 
• Proficiency with optical software tools such as Speos, Zemax OpticStudio, Lumerical.
• Logical problem-solving, strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to facilitate and conduct webinars and presentations to customers and a wide range of audiences. 
• Strong understanding of the lighting development process in the automotive industry. 
• Fluent in writing and speaking in German and English.
• Experience with scripting languages like Python.
• Never give-up attitude and flexibility in supporting multiple engagements across geographically diverse locations.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of time.

Who You Are:

• Highly motivated and self-driven.
• Excellent communicator with strong command of German & English.
• Proficient with customer facing activities
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and performance.
• A team player who thrives in collaborative environments.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic and innovative team focused on lighting & visualization applications. This team is part of the larger optics & photonics application engineering team with dedicated groups focusing on sensors, photonics & lens design. Our team collaborates closely with R&D to drive technological advancements and provide top-tier support to our customers based in Europe, Middle East and Africa. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in optical design and lighting simulation, and we are looking for like-minded individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

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.

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