Principal Engineer, R&D Engineering

Job Description and Requirements

We are developing next generation Platform Architect tool to design and explore SoC Architecture, Analysis and Optimization for Performance and Power. Synopsys Platform Architect™ is a SystemC™ standards-based performance and power analysis tool for early SoC architecture exploration and design. Using transaction-level simulation, it reduces design time by predicting and optimizing architecture KPIs.

We are looking for a seasoned Angular (Full Stack) developer/leader who loves to technically lead a team while still involved in hands-on development. The opportunity presents taking complete responsibility of transformation of tools into web-based environment and making an impact in industry.

As a principal engineer, you will be responsible for the following

• Align and drive the product strategy and vision for the frontend of the tool. 
• Architect and implement scalable, maintainable, testable, and performant Angular applications. Stay ahead of the curve on new Angular features, libraries, best practices, and coding guidelines.
• Innovate and implement industry best practices for frontend application development environment.
• Work closely with Solution Architects and Product Managers for the design and planning of product features and roadmap including help early customer deployments.
• Lead and manage a team of developers and QA.  Delegate tasks effectively, mentor and coach team members, conduct performance reviews, foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams (backend, product) to ensure seamless integration and successful project delivery.
• Passion for execution excellence in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Qualification:

• BE / B. Tech / M. Tech in Computer Science or equivalent with 10+ Years of experience with web frontend development with extensive knowledge on modern frontend technologies and frameworks.
• 8+ years of in-depth development experience with Angular, Typescript.
• 3+ years of experience of directly leading 3-4 engineers and QA team.

Must-have Skills:

• Familiarity with FE software development process, debugging tools.
• Familiarity with testing methodologies and tools (Selenium, Playwright etc.).
• Strong UI/UX design sensibilities
  • Knows how to convert vague requirements into beautiful functional design.
  • Resolves a wide range of requirements in creative ways. Exercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques to obtain solutions.
  • Familiarity with UI/UX designing and demonstration tools (Figma, Balsamiq etc.)
• Strong technical leadership skills
  • Can define a frontend development project from requirement, break it down into tasks, get the tasks executed by the team.
  • Can manage conflicts among timeline, quality and human resources effectively.
  • Likes to work in a multi-faceted geographically distributed product development environment with high dependencies among multiple sub-teams and tight schedules (or start-up environment).
  • Strong understanding of Git based development, Agile Methodology and best practices.
• Strong team management skills
  • Can hire, inspire and retain high-caliber individual contributors.
  • Challenge the team effectively to bring out the best from the team as well as making the journey fun!
  • Mentor and coach developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Cultivate a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Effective written and verbal communicator of technical concepts in English.
• Excellent analytical, logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Good-to-have Skills:

• Experience in Hardware Design or Electronic Design Automation.
• Experience in building desktop as well as web applications.
• Familiarity with Container based development and deployment strategies.