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Siemens Digital Industries Software

Verification IP Senior Applications Engineer

San Francisco, CA

Siemens EDA, a part of Siemens DigitalIndustries Software, is a global technology leader in electronic designautomation. Our technologies enable companies around the world to develop new,highly innovative electronic products faster and more cost-effectively. Ourcustomers use our solutions to push the boundaries of technology to deliverbetter products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board, and systemdesign. Verification IP is a crucial component of Siemens EDA's functionalverification portfolio. The acquisition of Avery Design Systems further extendsSiemens' leadership in the verification space by adding Avery's impressiveVerification Protocol and Compliance Test Suite offerings, critical marketunderstanding and knowledge, and eminent R&D talent. Siemens VerificationIP provides our customers with a complete protocol portfolio which is availableas soon as standards are released, as well as compliance testing solutions thatcan help reduce risk and help improve the correctness of their protocols.

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About the role

We are looking for a highly motivatedSenior Applications Engineer who will be responsible for the technical sellingand support of Siemens EDA's groundbreaking Verification IP (VIP) portfolio. Asa Verification IP AE, you will identify and qualify engagements based oncustomers' needs and business opportunities, define VIP evaluations andbenchmark criteria, execute relevant technical campaigns to meet establishedgoals considering customers' production flows, provide best-in-class support,and work with account managers to resolve sales execution strategy. You willensure both the customers' success and the broader use of Siemens EDA's VIPsolutions. Our application engineering team is a creative, dynamic, and highlyproductive small team environment.

Preferred work locations are Bay Area,CA; Austin, TX; Boston, MA; and Boulder, CO. This position can entail as muchas 20% travel.

Job Responsibilities

The primary purpose is to work withsales and field technical team members to help lead, define, and implement thetechnical engagements that support sales campaigns.

  • Provide technical leadership on all aspects of sales campaigns. Chip in and complete pre-sales and post-sales account strategies as a member of the sales team.
  • Qualify the technical viability of sales opportunities and communicate them to the sales team.
  • Lead VIP portfolio presentations and demonstrations to prospective customers and effectively communicate the value proposition of Siemens EDA solutions to them
  • Integrate VIP in customer testbench or guide them to do so themselves.
  • Proactively share account, evaluation, competitor, technology, and other useful information with peers, sales teams, management, and product divisions to help us compete more effectively.
  • Develop and maintain ongoing positive relationships with customers.
  • Ensure customers receive timely, effective support.
  • Influence marketing and product groups to meet customers' needs and shape product direction.
  • Work collaboratively with team members to ensure mutual success.

Job Qualifications

The successful candidate will possessthe following combination of education and experience:

  • BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent with 6+ years of work experience in semiconductor or EDA OR master's in electrical or computer engineering or equivalent with 4+ years of work experience in semiconductor or EDA
  • Knowledge of one or more high-speed interface protocols such as PCIe, CXL, UCIe, Ethernet, or USB.
  • Knowledge of controllers for one or more high-speed interface protocols
  • Expertise in coding with Verilog/VHDL/SystemVerilog, and UVM is mandatory
  • Experience with integrating commercial VIP in UVM bench preferred
  • Individual leadership and initiative to lead pre-sales accounts
  • Excellent presentation skills and verbal/written communication skills
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to break down sophisticated problems into manageable tasks

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software meansflexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times isthe norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from aworld leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 mindsbuilding the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicatedto equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of thecommunities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based onqualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativityand help us shape tomorrow!

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The total cash compensation range forthis position is $116,900 to $233,800 with 20% of this being comprised of anannual incentive target. The actual compensation offered is based on thesuccessful candidate's work location as well as additional factors, includingjob-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offersa variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding ourbenefits can be found here: www.benefitsquickstart.comIn addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Companypolicies, including paid sick leave paid parental leave, PTO (for non-exemptemployees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees).

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Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, USA
Job ID: Siemens_Digital-413718-en-2
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program