R&D Engineering, Sr Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15425 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/25/2026

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:

You are a seasoned professional with a strong foundation in software development and a passion for innovation. With a BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering, and 6-7 years of experience in programming, you bring a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to the table. Your proficiency in developing and maintaining C/C++ based applications in a Unix/Linux environment sets you apart. You are experienced with the software development lifecycle and adept in using debugging and configuration management tools. Your attention to strict performance and quality requirements ensures the delivery of high-quality software solutions. You possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English, and have the ability to coordinate discussions in small groups and present them in an organized fashion to larger audiences. You are also capable of producing detailed design documents based on product requirements. Preferred skills include knowledge of VLSI design flow and methodology, prior experience in the EDA industry, and familiarity with GPU programming.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Writing efficient and stable software programs in C/C++ for Unix/Linux environments.
• Keeping up with advancements in IC design and methodology.
• Developing software tools used by major hardware companies worldwide.
• Designing efficient data structures and algorithms to solve problems posed by advanced technology nodes.
• Delivering high-quality production software that meets customer needs.
• Producing design documents based on product requirements.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Contributing to the development of cutting-edge software tools for the semiconductor industry.
• Enhancing the efficiency and stability of software applications.
• Driving innovation in IC design and methodology.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet stringent performance and quality requirements.
• Supporting major hardware companies in their product development processes.
• Collaborating with a dedicated R&D team to solve complex engineering challenges.

What You’ll Need:

• Proficiency in developing and maintaining C/C++ based applications in a Unix/Linux environment.
• Experience with the software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency with debugging and configuration management tools.
• Attention to strict performance and quality requirements.
• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.

Who You Are:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Ability to run and coordinate discussions in small groups and present them in an organized fashion to larger groups.
• Capable of producing detailed design documents based on product requirements.
• Knowledge of VLSI design flow and methodology (preferred).
• Prior experience in the EDA industry (preferred).
• Familiarity with GPU programming (preferred).

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be a member of the Physical Verification R&D team, focusing on the design of efficient data structures and algorithms to solve problems posed by advanced technology nodes. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality production software that meets customer needs. We work collaboratively to tackle complex engineering challenges and drive innovation in the semiconductor industry.

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.