Software R&D Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 10230 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 31/03/2025

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 highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer with a passion for advancing technology and solving complex challenges. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that drive success for our customers and Synopsys. You possess a strong foundation in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, with expertise in C++, data structures, and algorithms. Your proficiency in English allows you to communicate effectively and document technical specifications clearly. You are eager to learn and apply new techniques in Static Timing Analysis and timing graph generation to enhance the performance of our products.

With your experience in RTL coding, chip design, and verification environments, you have a comprehensive understanding of ASIC architecture and system-level design. Your familiarity with emulation and prototyping tools, such as Zebu, Palladium, Veloce, ProtoCompiler, and Protium, positions you as a valuable asset to our team. You are adept at using FPGA tools like Xilinx Vivado and Synplify, and you have experience with scripting languages like Tcl, CSH, BASH, Python, Makefile, and Perl. Your background in driver/FW FPGA development and simulation tools like VCS and Verdi further strengthens your qualifications.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Collaborating with global cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and develop solutions for customer requirements.
• Optimizing ProtoCompiler Quality of Results (QoR) to enhance the performance of HAPS.
• Learning and applying Static Timing Analysis, timing graph generation, and delay estimation techniques.
• Creating a fast and accurate timer to improve HAPS performance.
• Automatically resolving timing violations and determining runtime clock frequency for both HAPS and Zebu.
• Contributing to the success of our customers and Synopsys through continuous innovation and problem-solving.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing the performance and capacity of the industry's leading prototyping platform, HAPS.
• Driving innovation in Static Timing Analysis and timing graph generation.
• Improving the accuracy and speed of timing analysis for complex chip designs.
• Enabling our customers to achieve their design goals more efficiently and effectively.
• Contributing to the overall success and reputation of Synopsys as a leader in verification solutions.
• Fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the team and organization.

What You’ll Need:

• MS (or above) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. Exceptional candidates with a BS degree and significant experience are also considered.
• Proficiency in C++, data structures, and algorithms.
• B1 or above level English proficiency for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience with RTL coding, chip design, or verification environments.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• A proactive problem-solver with a strong analytical mindset.
• A clear and effective communicator with excellent documentation skills.
• A continuous learner who stays updated with the latest advancements in technology.
• A detail-oriented professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of the ProtoCompiler timing team at Synopsys, working alongside talented engineers dedicated to advancing our verification solutions. Our team collaborates globally to tackle technical challenges, develop innovative solutions, and optimize product performance. Together, we strive to ensure the success of our customers and Synopsys through continuous improvement and cutting-edge technology.

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.