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Senior Staff Software Engineer

Synopsys
April 22, 2026
On-site
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$170,000 - $255,000 USD yearly
Level - Mid-Career

Role Summary

The Common Engineering Components (CEC) team at Synopsys develops and maintains tools and services that enable efficient troubleshooting and issue resolution in Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. This role focuses on delivering enterprise-scale software solutions in support of Synopsys’ R&D operations.

Experience Level

Mid-level; 8-14 years of software development experience required.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Delivering enterprise-scale software solutions with a focus on reliability and performance.
  • Collaborating with global engineering teams to meet project objectives.
  • Defining technical requirements for next-generation productivity platforms.
  • Mentoring engineers and promoting a culture of technical excellence.
  • Utilizing programming knowledge to deliver scalable solutions and resolve critical issues.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications:

  • 8+ years of software development experience in HPC or large-scale systems.
  • Strong Unix/Linux systems programming skills, including knowledge of multithreading and IPC.
  • Experience with distributed systems and networking.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and Python; experience with debugging tools is essential.
  • Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Education Requirements

Not specified.


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: 2026-03-26