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ASIC Digital Design Sr. Staff Engineer

Synopsys
February 03, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Level - Senior

Job Title

ASIC Digital Design Sr. Staff Engineer

Role Summary

The Security IP group at Synopsys focuses on hardware verification of advanced security systems IP components for high-performance silicon chips. This role involves working as part of a talented team to ensure the delivery of robust and reliable security solutions for various applications.

Experience Level

Senior level with 8+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Performing design verification of cutting-edge IP components and subsystems.
  • Developing product verification strategies, including test specifications and detailed test plans.
  • Implementing and automating test environments for regression testing.
  • Collaborating with design engineers to debug products and resolve defects.
  • Staying current with verification methodologies and integrating them into the workflow.
  • Hardware verification using SystemVerilog / UVM and Formal Verification techniques.
  • Researching and integrating new developments in embedded security.

Requirements

Key qualifications include:

  • Proven expertise in verification of digital hardware IP components.
  • Experience with modern verification methodologies including UVM and formal verification.
  • Good knowledge about IC design flows and excellent debugging skills.
  • Experience with verification flow automation and scripting.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must-have: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
  • Desirable: Familiarity with security and cryptographic protocols.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.


About the Company

Company: Synopsys

Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA

Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.

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Date Posted: 2026-02-03