R&D Engineering, Staff Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 12781 Remote Eligible Yes Date Posted 02/03/2026

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 highly motivated and detail-oriented engineer with a passion for software development in the semiconductor industry. Your solid foundation in electrical engineering, combined with hands-on experience in EDA solutions and semiconductor design, enables you to tackle complex technical challenges. You thrive in collaborative environments, working alongside expert professionals to deliver innovative software products and supporting systems. Your logical thinking and problem-solving abilities allow you to research and resolve issues efficiently, whether they arise during QA, product support, or development. You seek opportunities to learn and employ industry best practices, ensuring the highest quality in your work. You are adept at using tools such as Ansys Totem, IC layout editors, and spice simulation tools, and you understand the intricacies of circuit-level and timing analysis for signal integrity applications. Your familiarity with commercial CAE, CAD, and EDA software makes you a valuable contributor to the team. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, a sense of urgency, and excellent communication enable you to manage tasks effectively and support your colleagues. You recognize the importance of signoff criteria like Electronic Migration and Electro Static Discharge, ensuring comprehensive solutions and robust software modules. Your proficiency in scripting languages such as TCL, Python, or Perl further enhances your ability to automate processes and streamline workflows. Above all, you are eager to grow, mentor others, and contribute to the continuous advancement of industry-leading semiconductor solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing, implementing, maintaining, testing, and documenting software modules and sub-systems for Synopsys products.
• Employing industry best practices to ensure robust and efficient code development.
• Performing bug verification, release testing, and providing beta support for assigned products.
• Researching and solving problems discovered by QA or product support, delivering effective solutions.
• Collaborating with a team of expert professionals to accomplish development objectives.
• Working under the close supervision of a development manager, contributing to both individual and team goals.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing the reliability and performance of Synopsys software products through diligent development and testing.
• Driving innovation by researching and resolving complex issues, improving overall product quality.
• Supporting successful product releases and customer satisfaction by providing timely beta and release support.
• Contributing to the advancement of semiconductor design tools that empower customers worldwide.
• Building robust, scalable software solutions that support high-performance silicon chip design.
• Elevating team knowledge and skills by learning and sharing best practices within the group.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with at least 5 years’ experience.
• Direct experience with EDA solutions, semiconductor design companies, or semiconductor foundries.
• Hands-on experience with Ansys Totem, IC layout editors, and spice simulation tools.
• Knowledge of commercial CAE, CAD, and EDA software.
• Familiarity with circuit-level and timing analysis for signal integrity applications.
• Understanding of Electronic Migration, Electro Static Discharge, and other IC signoff criteria.
• Proficiency with scripting languages such as TCL, Python, or Perl.

Who You Are:

• Logical thinker and effective problem solver.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to follow up on tasks with a sense of urgency.
• Adaptable, eager to learn, and willing to employ best practices.
• Positive team player, ready to mentor and support colleagues.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a talented R&D team dedicated to developing industry-leading software products for semiconductor design and verification. The team collaborates closely to solve technical challenges, innovate new features, and support customers in achieving their design goals. You’ll benefit from a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and teamwork, all focused on delivering world-class solutions for 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.