Functional Safety Application Engineer

Date posted 02/10/2026
Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15029 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/10/2026

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 and experienced Automotive Electrical/Electronic Engineer with a deep understanding of functional safety in automotive systems. You thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, and possess a strong customer-focused mindset. Your expertise in ISO 26262 and related safety standards enables you to confidently advise clients and partners on best practices, tool adoption, and implementation strategies. You excel at building credibility with diverse stakeholders, from OEMs to tier-one suppliers and engineering service providers, and you are comfortable presenting, demonstrating, and engaging in technical discussions. You are a collaborative team player who values continuous learning, and you are eager to expand your knowledge into emerging domains like SOTIF and automotive cybersecurity. Your polished professional presence, ethical standards, and integrity guide your interactions, while your results-oriented approach ensures you deliver impactful solutions. You bring high energy and enthusiasm to every project, have excellent relationship-building skills, and possess outstanding written and verbal communication abilities. You are resilient under pressure, driven to succeed, and committed to supporting both your team and customers in achieving their goals. If you are looking to make a difference in automotive safety and technology, and want to work in a global, innovative environment, Synopsys is the place for you.

• Establishing credibility with customers by acting as the primary technical advisor for deep engagements on functional safety and Ansys medini analyze.
• Delivering compelling product presentations, demonstrations, and technical discussions to showcase the advantages of Ansys medini analyze.
• Consulting and advising clients on system implementation, ensuring adherence to technical standards and safety requirements (ISO 26262, ARP 4761, EN 50128).
• Providing expert guidance and addressing customer queries on tool usage, functional safety lifecycle, and technical implementations.
• Partnering with channel application engineers to accelerate their onboarding, proficiency, and successful adoption of Ansys medini analyze.
• Collaborating across sales, R&D, marketing, channel partners, and customers on functional safety initiatives and technical proof-of-concept projects.
• Conducting hands-on workshops, webinars, and trainings to educate customers and partners on tool usage and best practices.
• Acquiring knowledge and supporting related areas such as SOTIF and cybersecurity, expanding the breadth of customer solutions.

• Accelerate customer adoption of Ansys medini analyze, enabling safer automotive systems and advancing industry standards.
• Build trusted relationships with global OEMs, tier-one suppliers, and engineering service providers, strengthening Synopsys' reputation as a leader in functional safety.
• Drive successful implementations by guiding customers through complex safety and quality processes, ensuring compliance and reliability.
• Empower channel partners and internal teams with technical expertise, fostering collaboration and knowledge transfer.
• Elevate Synopsys' presence in the APAC region and beyond by delivering exceptional pre-sales and post-sales support.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that shape future product enhancements and functional safety solutions.
• Expand Synopsys' portfolio by integrating emerging domains like SOTIF and cybersecurity into customer engagements.

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communications, Automotive Electronics, Computer Science, Embedded Systems, or related field.
• 4-10 years of experience in automotive functional safety or related domains.
• Deep knowledge of ISO 26262 and proven experience implementing functional safety processes in automotive environments (OEM, Tier Supplier, or Engineering Service Provider).
• Familiarity with the complete functional safety lifecycle, including FSC, TSC, tool qualification, audits, and assessments.
• Expertise in reliability analysis (failure prediction, FMEDA, DC analysis) and ability to address technical queries.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English, with strong customer-facing communication skills.
• Motivation to engage and collaborate with customers, delivering high-impact solutions.
• Desirable: Knowledge of automotive system domains (steering, powertrain, ADAS), virtual sensor simulation, model-based design, familiarity with safety standards in aerospace/rail/industrial, and cybersecurity/SOTIF analysis.

• Ethical, with integrity and professionalism in all business matters.
• Results-oriented, showing initiative and dedication to tackling tasks.
• High credibility and polished professional presence.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and supporting the success of others.
• Excellent relationship-building skills and instinctive understanding of people.
• Resilient under pressure, with a high level of energy and enthusiasm.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional judgment and problem-solving abilities.