R&D Engineering, Architect - TCAD

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 9975 Base Salary Range $171000-$256000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 07/04/2025

You are a talented R&D engineer with expertise in scientific computing and software development. You possess strong design and programming skills in C++/Python and have a solid background in high-performance algorithms and machine learning. You are passionate about developing software for advanced physics-based simulation platforms, and you thrive in an agile, learning-oriented R&D culture.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing and implementing modules in C++/Python for physics-based simulation platforms, such as those in our Sentaurus line of products.
• Enhancing and building frameworks for high-performance PDE solvers.
• Hand-crafting parallel algorithms, such as linear solvers, for multicore and multi-GPU systems
• Developing novel machine learning algorithms for scientific computing problems

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enabling fast and accurate simulations of cutting-edge semiconductor devices and circuits for logic, memory, power and sensor applications.
• Driving advancements in next-generation semiconductor technologies, chip design and machine learning.
• Collaborating with leading semiconductor companies, research institutions, and universities worldwide.

What You’ll Need:

• PhD or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or Applied Mathematics
• Strong design and programming skills in C++ and Python.
• Experience with modern algorithms and data structures for the computational solution of partial differential equations.
• Machine learning experience preferably for scientific computing applications.
• Experience with parallel programming (TBB, OpenMP, MPI, GPU).
• Experience with mesh generation algorithms, and parallel solvers is preferred.
• Knowledge of build systems, containers, and cloud-native coding is a plus.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Innovative and creative, with a passion for scientific computing and software development.
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused R&D environment.
• Dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join the Synopsys TCAD team, a group of talented engineers dedicated to developing advanced simulation tools for the semiconductor industry. Our Sentaurus line of products is used by semiconductor corporations, research institutions, and universities worldwide to design and simulate next-generation semiconductor chips used in consumer products such as phones, cameras, and cars. Our team is focused on creating innovative solutions that drive the future of semiconductor technology.

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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.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.