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Staff Engineer (Machine Learning)

Synopsys
March 08, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Level - Mid-Career

Role Summary

The Staff Engineer (Machine Learning) role involves designing and developing machine learning-based optimization applications for advanced chip design. The position is part of the Machine Learning Center of Excellence in Synopsys’ Silicon Design & Verification business.

Experience Level

Mid-level; requires 5+ years of experience in chip design or related fields.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and developing machine learning-based optimization applications for chip design.
  • Integrating ML-driven solutions into EDA tools.
  • Automating chip design flows using scripting languages.
  • Collaborating with teams to enhance design performance and efficiency.
  • Conducting research and prototyping new design methodologies.
  • Staying current with trends in silicon design and machine learning.

Requirements

Required skills and experience:

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in chip design or related domains.
  • Strong programming and automation skills in Perl, Python, Tcl, or shell scripting.
  • Solid understanding of Unix/Linux environments.
  • Knowledge of RTL design, synthesis, and EDA processes.
  • Familiarity with machine learning principles and low power design techniques.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.


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: 2026-03-08