Senior Staff Engineer (R&D Engineering)

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15207 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/09/2026

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:

Driven by curiosity and innovation, you bring deep expertise in hardware/software systems and a knack for solving complex challenges. Collaboration comes naturally, and you thrive in international, remote teams where diverse perspectives fuel creativity. Analytical thinking and a passion for continuous learning empower you to tackle intricate problems and advance emulation technologies. Adaptability, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality results make you an invaluable contributor to shaping the future of chip design at Synopsys.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Developing advanced technologies to enhance hardware emulation performance and scalability.
• Analyzing and debugging complex problems that span hardware and software domains.
• Understanding and improving sophisticated emulation technologies, including clock processing and timing analysis.
• Proposing innovative ideas and solutions to optimize emulation workflows and system efficiency.
• Working across all aspects of the emulation flow, including compilation, runtime, and debug processes for next-generation products.
• Collaborating with international and remote teams to deploy new performance technologies and drive cross-functional success.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Contributing directly to Synopsys' position as the provider of the fastest emulation solution on the market.
• Accelerating the deployment of groundbreaking innovations in hardware emulation, influencing industry standards.
• Enhancing the performance of emulated designs, empowering customers to achieve their business and technical goals faster.
• Driving improvements in emulation workflows, making them more efficient, robust, and user-friendly.
• Supporting the development and adoption of next-generation technologies that redefine the semiconductor industry landscape.
• Strengthening Synopsys' reputation as a global leader in EDA and hardware emulation, fostering customer trust and satisfaction.

What You’ll Need:

• Proficiency in C++ and demonstrated experience debugging complex systems.
• Hands-on experience with Verilog or VHDL and HDL simulation environments.
• Familiarity with Electronic Design Automation (EDA) and emulation technologies (desired).
• Strong analytical skills to tackle intricate hardware and software challenges with creative solutions.
• Solid understanding of verification flows, ASIC or FPGA workflows, and performance optimization strategies.
• Understanding of clocking challenges in ASIC and FPGA

Who You Are:

• Curious: You have a natural drive to explore and learn new technologies.
• Collaborative: You excel in teamwork, especially with remote and international colleagues.
• Innovative: You enjoy proposing and implementing creative solutions to complex problems.
• Adaptable: You thrive in a flexible environment where you can work on diverse aspects of a product.
• Detail-Oriented: You have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join an international team dedicated to delivering innovations that improve the performance of emulated designs. This team operates with high flexibility, enabling members to work on any aspect of the product to achieve their goals. Together, you will contribute to Synopsys' mission of providing the fastest and most efficient emulation solutions on the market.

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.