Senior Staff Engineer (R&D Engineering)

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 16202 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 03/26/2026

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:

An accomplished engineering professional with a passion for high-performance simulation and robust, scalable system design. Comfortable leading cross-functional teams, mentoring colleagues, and shaping technical direction, bringing strong expertise in simulation technologies, embedded systems, and real-time software. Strategic thinking, a commitment to quality, and the ability to manage complex projects under tight deadlines are key strengths. Excellent communication and a collaborative spirit enable effective engagement with both engineering teams and customers. Motivated by innovation and the chance to make a direct impact on the future of virtualization and smart mobility. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

•Owning end-to-end delivery of vECUs simulation solutions, from gathering requirements and defining architecture to ensuring successful release.

•Defining, evolving, and implementing scalable software architectures that align with product strategy and customer needs.

•Driving and leading advanced test strategies, ensuring deep test coverage, clear quality metrics, and robust, high-performance releases.

•Architecting and scaling automation solutions that streamline engineering workflows and boost team productivity.

•Leading cross-team initiatives to advance performance, extensibility, and standards compliance in simulation solutions.

•Providing technical direction and expertise in simulation techniques, setting best practices, and raising the engineering bar across the organization.

•Mentoring engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.

•Collaborating with application and solution engineers to consolidate requirements and address customer needs effectively.

•Proactively identifying technical risks and developing mitigation strategies to ensure project success.

The Impact You Will Have:

•Accelerate the development of next-generation self-driving cars, mobile devices, and virtual reality applications for global innovators.

•Drive the evolution of virtualization and simulation capabilities, setting new industry benchmarks for automotive systems.

•Enhance engineering productivity and product reliability through automation, robust architectures, and quality-driven processes.

•Influence the technical direction of cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.

•Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a diverse, high-performing, and innovative organization.

•Enable our customers to deliver better, safer, and more advanced embedded software, impacting millions of end users worldwide.

•Strengthen Synopsys’ leadership in simulation, virtualization, and electronic design automation markets.

What You’ll Need:

•B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.

•8+ years of professional software development experience, with demonstrated expertise in C/C++.

•Proven experience in software architecture and full product development life cycle, including delivery and release.

•Strong background in algorithms, object-oriented design, and design patterns.

•Experience with socket-based communication and inter-process communication (IPC) frameworks.

•Hands-on experience with simulation technologies and solid understanding of soft and hard real-time simulation concepts.

•Familiarity with bus communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, SPI, etc.).

•Proficiency in Git and CI/CD workflows.

•Expertise in designing and scaling test automation frameworks for complex systems.

•Experience with Software Defined Vehicles (SDV) and Virtual Electronic Control Units (vECUs) would be an asset.

•Knowledge of automotive co‑simulation standards (FMI, SSP), in‑vehicle communication protocols (CAN, LIN, SPI, Ethernet, SOME/IP, DoIP), and ASAM standards (XIL, A2L, MDF, DCM) would be an asset.

•Prior experience in virtual platforms, digital twins, or advanced simulation environments would be an asset.

Who You Are:

•Highly organized, detail-focused, and able to manage complex projects and shifting priorities under tight deadlines.

•A strategic thinker with the ability to implement goals that have a direct impact on department results.

•Committed to quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.

•Excellent communicator and mentor, able to coach, influence, and drive consensus across diverse teams.

•A champion of innovation, inclusivity, and engineering excellence.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join the Systems Software Group, a diverse and fast-growing team dedicated to creating disruptive, innovative system solutions. Our focus spans market-leading emulation, FPGA prototyping, virtual prototyping, verification IP, and optical design technologies, serving application areas including automotive, mobile, networking, and AI. You’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, working together to deliver the advanced technologies that power the Era of Smart Everything. 

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. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process. 

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.