R&D Engineering, Sr Engineer_Platform Library

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 8967 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 05/02/2025

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 motivated and passionate R&D Engineer with a strong foundation in software development and a keen interest in library modeling solutions for advanced process nodes. You possess a minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience and hold a BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Computer Science, or a related field. Your expertise in C and C++ programming, combined with a solid understanding of data structures and algorithms, enables you to tackle complex technical challenges and develop innovative solutions.

You are a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment, working closely with colleagues from various roles in the development process. Your excellent communication skills in English allow you to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with different R&D teams and foundries. You have a strong desire to learn and explore new technologies, coupled with exceptional problem-solving abilities.

Prior experience in CAD tool development, Static Timing Analysis, logic synthesis, and/or automatic place and route is a plus. Familiarity with Library Compiler and Liberty modeling language, as well as experience in advanced technology nodes, will give you a competitive edge in this role.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing and developing library modeling solutions for advanced process nodes.
• Troubleshooting and debugging software programs to ensure optimal performance.
• Optimizing runtime and memory usage for enhanced efficiency.
• Exercising judgment in selecting methods and techniques to obtain solutions.
• Contributing to moderately complex aspects of projects, ensuring successful deployment of advanced Library Compiler infrastructure.
• Collaborating with different R&D teams and foundries to solve customer problems and improve Synopsys tools.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing the capabilities of Synopsys’ industry-leading Library Compiler tool.
• Addressing existing and emerging logical, electrical, and physical modeling challenges in advanced process nodes.
• Driving the successful deployment of optimized library modeling solutions for Synopsys Digital Design Family customers.
• Contributing to the development of innovative algorithms and methodologies to solve customer problems.
• Improving the performance and efficiency of Synopsys tools, enabling better design and verification processes.
• Supporting the continuous advancement of Synopsys' technology and maintaining its leadership in the semiconductor industry.

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum of 3+ years of related experience in software development.
• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in C and C++ programming, with a strong background in data structures and algorithms.
• Understanding of library modeling and prior experience in CAD tool development is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a desire to learn and explore new technologies.
• Good English communication skills.
• Experience in Static Timing Analysis, logic synthesis, and/or automatic place and route is a plus.
• Familiarity with Library Compiler and Liberty modeling language is highly desirable.
• Experience in advanced technology nodes is preferred.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong desire to continuously improve and innovate.
• Excellent communicator, able to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of the Platform Library R&D team, a group of talented engineers dedicated to developing and supporting library modeling solutions for advanced process nodes. This team plays a crucial role in enabling Synopsys Digital Design Family customer success by ensuring the successful deployment of advanced Library Compiler infrastructure and optimized library modeling solutions. You will collaborate with internal engineers and foundries to develop innovative algorithms and methodologies, solving customer problems and improving Synopsys tools.

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.