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ASIC Digital Design, Principal Engineer

Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
Engineering
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Overview

Our Hardware Engineers at Synopsys are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. They work on intricate tasks such as chip architecture, circuit design, and verification to ensure the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor products. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technology and enabling innovations in various industries.

Job Description

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 13112 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 11/11/2025

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 forward-thinking engineer who thrives at the intersection of artificial intelligence and digital IP product development. Your curiosity fuels your drive to push boundaries and create solutions that make complex engineering accessible to all through the innovative usage of AI technologies. You bring a strong foundation in computer science or engineering, paired with hands-on experience in technical IP product development. You are passionate about leveraging AI and machine learning for product development efficiencies and productivity.

Collaboration comes naturally to you, and you believe that the best ideas emerge from diverse, multidisciplinary teams. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and thrive in fast-paced environments where early-stage ideas can quickly evolve into game-changing capabilities. Your communication skills enable you to articulate complex technical concepts with clarity, fostering effective teamwork across distributed groups. You are eager to continuously learn, stay updated on the latest advancements in AI, simulation, and digital IP development, and proactively share your insights to help shape the future of engineering solutions.


What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Collaborating with AI domain and Digital IP experts to translate technical requirements into functional, robust components.
  • Refining prototypes for AI-driven features, assisting in their transition from concept to production-ready.
  • Staying current with the latest advancements in AI, and machine learning, and proposing innovative ideas to enhance product capabilities.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Accelerate the integration of AI technologies into next-generation digital IP products, making advanced engineering tools more usable and accessible.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and collaboration within a high-performing engineering team.


What You’ll Need:

  • BS / BEng / MSc / MEng in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with 15 years of experience in a relevant discipline.
  • Demonstrated experience in digital IP developments, practices, and methodologies
  • Demonstrated experience with a range of Synopsys EDA tools, methodologies, and flows
  • Strong background in AI/ML frameworks, including experience with large language models.


Who You Are:

  • Collaborative and communicative, able to work effectively in distributed, multidisciplinary teams.
  • Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity, thriving in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  • Curious and passionate about continuous learning and technological innovation.
  • Detail-oriented, with a focus on delivering high-quality, reliable AI enabled solutions.
  • Proactive in sharing ideas and contributing to team success.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a multidisciplinary R&D team dedicated to advancing simulation software through AI innovation. The team brings together experts in software engineering, machine learning, physics-based modeling, and user experience design. Together, you’ll collaborate closely to develop pioneering features that empower engineers across industries—from automotive and aerospace to electronics and beyond. Our culture celebrates diversity, creativity, and the pursuit of 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. 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.

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Benefits

At Synopsys, innovation is driven by our incredible team around the world. We feel honored to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals who choose to make a difference here every day. We're proud to provide the comprehensive benefits and rewards that our team truly deserves.

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Hiring Journey at Synopsys

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When you apply to join us, your resume, skills, and experience are first reviewed for consideration.

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Once your resume has been selected, a recruiter and/or hiring manager will reach out to learn more about you, share more about the role, and answer any questions you might have.

Interview

Next up is interviewing (in person or virtual). You’ll be invited to meet with members of the hiring team to discuss your skills and experience, and what you’re looking for in your next role.

Offer

Congratulations! When you have been selected for the role, your recruiter will reach out to make you a verbal offer (a written offer will follow your conversation), and we hope you accept!

Onboarding

There will be some steps you need to take before you start to ensure a smooth first day, including new hire documentation.

Welcome!

Once you’ve joined, your manager, team, and a peer buddy will help you get acclimated. Over the next few weeks, you’ll be invited to join activities and training to help you ramp up for a successful future at Synopsys!

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