Category Information Technology Hire Type Employee Job ID 12336 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 11/08/2025

Alternate Job Titles:

• HPC Engineer, Associate
• Compute Farm Support Engineer
• Linux Systems Engineer – HPC
• Site Reliability Engineer – Entry Level
• Infrastructure Operations Associate

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are a curious, self-motivated, and collaborative early-career engineer with a passion for high-performance computing and infrastructure reliability. You thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex problems with creativity and resourcefulness. You have hands-on experience with Linux/Unix systems, and you’re eager to deepen your expertise in HPC environments. You value clear communication, both written and verbal, and can articulate technical concepts to team members and stakeholders. You understand the importance of documentation and process optimization, and you are excited to contribute to projects that improve performance, scalability, and security. You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced, global setting, and you embrace opportunities to learn new technologies, participate in design initiatives, and support mission-critical systems. You are flexible and adaptable, willing to work rotational shifts—including nights—to ensure reliable compute farm operations for users worldwide. You demonstrate integrity, execution excellence, leadership potential, and passion for innovation. Whether working independently or as part of a team, you are committed to delivering results, networking with experienced colleagues, and growing your career at Synopsys.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Administering and supporting Linux/Unix systems in a global HPC environment
• Managing compute farm schedulers such as LSF and Slurm, including queue and resource optimization
• Maintaining and troubleshooting LDAP services and NFS storage solutions
• Crafting clear, comprehensive documentation for system administration procedures and best practices
• Researching, recommending, and implementing new technologies and automation solutions for enhanced quality, capacity, and performance
• Executing software and hardware updates to improve system reliability and security
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and deliver project milestones
• Participating in a 24x5 rotational shift schedule to ensure continuous support and operational excellence

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enable global engineering teams to accelerate research and development by maintaining high availability of compute resources
• Drive continuous improvement in system performance, scalability, and security
• Support mission-critical EDA workloads and ensure reliability for Synopsys’ chip design and verification processes
• Contribute to innovative design initiatives that shape the future of HPC infrastructure
• Empower colleagues and users through effective documentation and knowledge sharing
• Help Synopsys maintain its leadership in technology by supporting cutting-edge solutions and workflows

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in Linux/Unix system administration, preferably in an HPC or EDA environment
• Practical knowledge of compute farm schedulers (LSF, Slurm) and queue management
• Experience with LDAP, NFS, and network operations in large-scale environments
• Proficiency in scripting/programming languages such as Python, Perl, Shell, PHP, or related technologies
• Ability to troubleshoot, resolve issues creatively, and recommend solutions independently

Who You Are:

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to prioritize and multitask effectively
• Adaptable and resilient, comfortable with rotational shifts and changing priorities
• Team player who collaborates well across global teams and networks
• Driven by curiosity, integrity, and a passion for learning and innovation

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a global Compute Engineering team responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Synopsys’ highly redundant and scalable HPC infrastructure. The team is dynamic, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement and technological innovation. Together, you will support essential compute farm services, drive impactful projects, and ensure operational excellence for users worldwide.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.