Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 15540 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 03/01/2026

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 skilled and passionate engineer with over 8+ years of experience in system design, embedded firmware, digital design, and verification. Your expertise allows you to navigate the complexities of mixed-signal SoC development, modeling, and architecture with strategic vision and technical leadership. Organized and detail-oriented, you thrive under tight deadlines and manage shifting priorities with ease, ensuring that projects are executed to the highest standards.

You possess a deep understanding of both hardware and software domains, and your ability to architect, validate, and optimize complex systems sets you apart. Adaptable and proactive, you embrace challenges and drive continuous improvement, always seeking innovative solutions to technical hurdles. You are resilient in fast-paced, evolving environments and have a proven track record of delivering robust, production-quality solutions.

If you are seeking an opportunity to make a tangible impact while growing as a leader and mentor, you will thrive in our dynamic, inclusive culture.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Defining, validating, and enabling complex multi-rack FPGA-based systems to support next-generation product development.
• Leading hardware validation and debugging activities across both hardware and software domains, ensuring robust, production-quality solutions.
• Establishing and optimizing flows and methodologies to enable rapid setup and execution of product validation processes.
• Defining and implementing modeling strategies for IPs and peripherals, optimizing for both accuracy and performance in virtual and physical environments.
• Collaborating closely with firmware and hardware teams across multiple sites, participating in firmware integration, debugging, and board bring-up activities.
• Driving automation initiatives and workflow enhancements using advanced scripting in Shell, Perl, Python, and C++ to improve team efficiency.
• Leading continuous improvement efforts for functional and performance testing on hardware platforms.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enable the development and launch of next-generation, high-performance semiconductor products through advanced system validation and integration.
• Improve product quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction by applying meticulous design, verification, and documentation practices.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and technical excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions that exceed demanding customer requirements.
• Standardize and optimize engineering workflows, increasing efficiency, scalability, and compliance across projects.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in modeling, automation, and validation, setting new benchmarks for team performance and product success.

What You’ll Need:

• 8+ years of EDA/Semiconductor/System Software experience and a BS degree, with a proven track record of technical leadership.
• Hands-on experience with SystemC/TLM-based modeling, including SoC peripheral development and integration.
• Proficiency in C programming for embedded firmware applications, with strong knowledge of low-level system interactions.
• Demonstrated ownership of complex, high-quality technical deliverables in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to author and review technical documentation and interface contracts.
• Advanced problem-solving skills, enabling the analysis and resolution of complex technical challenges.
• Experience with virtual prototyping and/or emulation is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of system-level validation for high-speed protocols.
• Advanced scripting proficiency in Shell, Perl, Python, and C++ for workflow automation and process improvement.
• Experience in product planning, requirements gathering, and definition.

Who You Are:

• Technically curious, self-motivated, and driven to achieve excellence in every project.
• Highly organized and detail-focused, with strong time management skills.
• Adaptable and resilient, thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Collaborative and supportive, valuing mentorship and knowledge sharing.
• Proactive communicator with the ability to build strong relationships across teams and locations.
• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset, always seeking innovative solutions.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a diverse, high-performing engineering team that focuses on the definition, validation, and enablement of advanced FPGA-based systems. Our team collaborates with firmware, hardware, and software experts from Synopsys sites worldwide, embracing a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. We value open communication, shared success, and a supportive environment where every team member has the opportunity to make a significant impact.

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..

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.