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Senior Engineer - R&D Engineering

Synopsys
March 25, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Level - Mid-Career

Job Title

Senior Engineer - R&D Engineering

Role Summary

The role focuses on embedded systems and virtual prototyping, requiring collaboration with global teams to translate hardware specifications into scalable platforms. The mission is to enable early software development and robust debugging while driving technological innovation.

Experience Level

Mid-level, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Implementing SystemC / TLM2.0 models within the Synopsys Virtualizer™ environment based on hardware specifications.
  • Developing and integrating C++ models for CPUs, interconnects, memories, and peripherals.
  • Configuring Virtualizer platforms to support early firmware and Linux/RTOS bring-up.
  • Optimizing models for performance and maintainability.
  • Integrating virtual platforms with debuggers and build systems.
  • Utilizing Python for automation and simulation orchestration.
  • Conducting root-cause analysis across hardware and software.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
  • Expert-level proficiency in C++ and SystemC.
  • Strong Python skills for automation and testing.
  • Deep understanding of embedded systems, including ARM and/or RISC-V architectures.
  • Excellent command of Linux development.
  • Fluent English communication skills.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering, graduated with Very Good with Honors or a GPA ≥ 3.5.


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: 2026-03-25