R&D Engineer, Staff

Role Summary

The R&D Engineer, Staff at Synopsys is responsible for developing and maintaining software used in electronic design automation (EDA). This position focuses on designing, developing, and troubleshooting software utilizing cutting-edge technologies, including AI/ML and Cloud.

Experience Level

Mid-level: At least 3 years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities include:

• Designing, developing, debugging, and optimizing large-scale software programs.
• Developing core algorithms for global placement, detailed placement, global routing, detailed routing, and timing optimization.
• Improving product usability and ensuring high-quality engineering workflows.
• Engineering runtime-efficient software to enhance overall digital implementation flow.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of new capabilities.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications include:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Strong background in data structures and algorithms.
• Experience in EDA tool development.
• Experience with place-and-route tool development (a plus).

Education Requirements

A degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is required.

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.