Firmware Development & Validation Engineer - 12947

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 12947 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 23/11/2025

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 passionate and detail-oriented engineer who thrives on technical challenges and continuous learning. With a strong foundation in embedded systems and a drive for excellence, you seek opportunities to innovate and improve processes. Collaboration is at the heart of your work style—you value diverse perspectives and actively contribute to team knowledge sharing. You take ownership of your projects, demonstrate strong organizational skills, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and show resilience when tackling complex integration and debugging tasks. You believe in the power of automation to boost efficiency and quality, and you are adept at designing and implementing robust solutions. Your commitment to best practices, structured workflows, and process maturity sets you apart as a leader and mentor within your team. Above all, you are motivated by making a tangible impact—delivering reliable firmware that empowers next-generation SerDes and PHY IP products. If you’re ready to challenge yourself and make a difference, we invite you to join our team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop, validate, and maintain firmware for embedded microprocessors in advanced SerDes products.
• Design, implement, and rigorously test C/C++ functions and applications, adhering to industry best practices including code reviews, unit testing, and CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
• Lead execution of comprehensive validation plans, including test case development, test automation, coverage analysis, and unittesting.
• Track, coordinate, and report on adoption of best practices across multiple firmware projects using JIRA dashboards and Confluence tracking tools.
• Automate monitoring of process adherence and generate regular reports on key quality metrics for continuous improvement.
• Maintain clear and structured project documentation, ensuring consistent standards and traceability across projects.
• Collaborate closely with firmware and hardware teams across multiple sites for seamless integration and effective debugging.
• Support firmware integration, silicon bring-up, and root cause analysis to ensure robust product delivery.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Drive technical excellence and process maturity in the development of SerDes and PHY IP firmware.
• Elevate quality and efficiency standards across multiple high-impact projects.
• Champion automation initiatives that reduce manual overhead and accelerate delivery cycles.
• Contribute to the successful integration and bring-up of cutting-edge silicon products.
• Facilitate effective cross-site collaboration, fostering an environment of shared knowledge and innovation.
• Enable reliable, high-performance solutions that set industry benchmarks in embedded firmware development.
• Shape best practices and process improvements that influence future generations of Synopsys technology.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE or MSEE) with 5+ years in embedded firmware development and validation.
• Expert-level programming skills in C/C++, with scripting experience in Python, Bash, or Tcl considered a strong asset.
• Proven experience utilizing Jenkins for CI/CD, test automation, and unittesting frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, automate, and track process adherence across projects using JIRA dashboards and Confluence.
• Excellent project tracking, reporting, and organizational skills, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities, both written and verbal.
• (Preferred) Experience with digital logic design, simulation, and debug (Verilog/SystemVerilog).
• (Preferred) Familiarity with SerDes standards and test methodologies.
• (Preferred) Demonstrated use of automated quality and process tracking tools.

Who You Are:

• Innovative problem solver with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Detail-oriented and proactive in identifying and addressing challenges.
• Collaborative team player who values diverse perspectives and open communication.
• Resilient and adaptable in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Organizationally savvy, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and projects.
• Committed to personal and professional growth, and eager to mentor others.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a high-impact, cross-functional team at the forefront of innovation in PHY IP and SerDes technology. Our culture is built on technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value knowledge sharing, mentorship, and the adoption of best practices that set industry standards. Together, we solve complex challenges and empower each engineer to drive quality and efficiency across multiple transformative projects.

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.

Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com.