Senior Hardware Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15413 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/26/2026

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 collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovation, you excel at dissecting intricate systems, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing effective solutions. Your strong analytical mindset enables you to tackle complex technical challenges, while your effective communication skills ensure that you can clearly convey technical concepts to both engineering peers and cross-functional partners. You are deeply invested in your own learning and growth, always seeking new challenges and responsibilities to expand your skill set. You have a natural curiosity for emerging technologies, particularly in the FPGA and hardware design space, and are motivated by the opportunity to drive continuous improvement in both processes and products.  

What You’ll Be Doing: 

• Defining, validating, and enabling complex multi-rack FPGA-based systems, ensuring robust and scalable hardware solutions. 
• Generating and packaging diagnostic tests for both production and field deployment, supporting product reliability and customer satisfaction. 
• Running and troubleshooting designs and diagnostic tests to proactively identify and resolve potential hardware issues. 
• Developing and optimizing RTL code for Xilinx UltraScale, UltraScale+, and Versal FPGAs to meet stringent performance and quality requirements. 
• Establishing and refining flows and methodologies that enable rapid, efficient setup for product validation and deployment. 
• Mapping RTL designs into FPGA environments, applying deep verification and implementation expertise to ensure functional correctness.

The Impact You Will Have: 

• Drive the successful development and validation of next-generation FPGA systems central to Synopsys’ product offerings. 
• Elevate the reliability and performance of hardware platforms used in cutting-edge applications. 
• Directly influence the efficiency of product validation processes, reducing time-to-market for innovative solutions. 
• Enhance diagnostic capabilities, enabling rapid issue detection and resolution for both internal teams and end customers. 

What You’ll Need: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 
• Strong grasp of digital concepts and in-depth experience with RTL design and verification. 
• Proficiency in hardware description languages such as Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog. 
• Hands-on experience with FPGA flows and tools, particularly Xilinx Vivado. 
• Working knowledge of scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python, TCL) to automate tasks and streamline workflows. 
• Experience with HDL simulation, emulation, and prototyping platforms. 

Who You Are: 

• Logical thinker and proactive problem solver, adept at breaking down complex technical challenges. 
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate with global teams and articulate ideas clearly. 
• Self-motivated and adaptable, comfortable with both independent work and cross-functional collaboration. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, building positive relationships across diverse teams and cultures. 
• Open to learning and embracing new technologies, methodologies, and responsibilities. 

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: 

You’ll join a high-impact, collaborative engineering team focused on delivering innovative FPGA-based solutions for Synopsys’ global customers. The team operates at the intersection of hardware design, validation, and prototyping, leveraging deep technical expertise to solve complex challenges. As part of this group, you’ll work closely with talented engineers across different time zones, contributing to a culture of knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. 

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.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.