Sr. Staff Field Applications Engineer

Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As the go‑to partner for the world’s most forward‑thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting‑edge Synaptics Astra™ AI‑Native embedded compute, Veros™ wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI‑driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.

About the role

Synaptics is looking for a Sr. Staff Field Applications Engineer with experience in the Wireless Connectivity domain to join our dynamic and growing organization. As a technical expert, you will play a critical role in helping customers make informed decisions about Synaptics’ products or solutions, and providing technical guidance, support, and solutions to ensure that customers can successfully integrate and utilize Synaptics technology to meet their specific needs. This position reports to the Director, Field Applications Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with Sales and Business Units to help promote our Compute and Connectivity solutions to customers.
• Provide technical training sessions for customers on our products with emphasis on the MCU Processor components.
• Conduct design workshops with customers to enable them to port their applications to our Processors.
• Work with customers to port and integrate drivers into their platforms and system integration and design.
• Manage technical issues in close coordination with the Business Unit and drive them to resolution.
• Troubleshoot issues onsite at customer locations.
• Develop in‑depth expertise in the company's products and stay abreast of the latest developments and features in the processors and Wireless space.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
• Gather customer feedback on the company's products, features, and performance, and share this information with internal teams for product improvement.

Competencies

• Broad knowledge of the Embedded Product development lifecycle, including the various stages.
• Knowledge of MCU development environments (FreeRTOS and Zephyr) and tools for building, flashing, and debugging multi‑core MCU platforms.
• Knowledge of Yocto Linux‑based embedded systems as well as common interfaces (Display, GPU, Video encode/decode).
• Understanding of basic RF concepts and RF transmitter/receiver architecture.
• Familiarity with host systems based on Linux and FreeRTOS, focusing on driver and reference‑application porting.
• Proactive, self‑starter attitude; able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Well‑organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate.
• Strong troubleshooting, analysis, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Resourceful and able to connect issues to the larger product picture.
• Ability to take a system view of projects and identify opportunities for all Synaptics products.
• Ability to work within a diverse, multicultural, global team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 12+ years of field application experience.
• Experience with wireless communications systems, both hardware and software.
• Experience with automation/scripting tools such as Python, Perl, or Shell (preferred).
• Experience working directly with Tier 1 and OEM customers.
• Experience with Touch and Display controllers is a significant plus.
• Must be able to work from the Synaptics San Jose office.
• Frequent travel up to 20% to customer sites or industry events required.

Pay

The typical base pay range for this position is USD $146,000 – $229,900 per year. Individual pay is determined by factors such as work location, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, equity, and other benefits.