Synaptics to double workforce in India to drive wireless innovation

Nasdaq-listed semiconductor solutions company Synaptics plans to double its workforce in India from 400 to 800 employees over the next two to three years, reinforcing its commitment to wireless and edge AI product development. According to CEO Michael Hurlston, India is central to Synaptics’ innovation strategy, with nearly 90% of its wireless products being developed in the country. Currently, about 93% of the Indian workforce is dedicated to R&D efforts, reflecting the company’s end-to-end development capabilities in algorithms, systems design, chip creation, and testing.