Staff R&D Engineer-17367

About the role

Synopsys software engineers are key enablers in the world of Electronic Design Automation (EDA), developing and maintaining software used in chip design, verification and manufacturing. They work on assignments like designing, developing, and troubleshooting software, leveraging the state-of-the-art technologies like AI/ML, GenAI and Cloud. Their critical contributions enable world-wide EDA designers to extend the frontiers of semiconductors and chip development.

Job Description

We Are
Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.

You Are
An innovative and driven software engineer with a solid foundation in C++ and object-oriented programming. You have a passion for solving complex problems and a keen interest in exploring cutting-edge solutions. Debugging is not a chore for you; it is a puzzle you enjoy solving.

You are drawn to problems that sit at the intersection of physics, mathematics, and software. Parasitic extraction, capacitance modeling, algorithmic optimization, these are not abstract concepts to you. You do not need someone to hand you a perfect spec. You talk to domain experts, ask the right questions, and figure out what needs to be built.

Machine learning and optimization techniques interest you not because they are trendy, but because they might solve the problem better. At Synopsys, you will work on StarRC, the tool that sets the standard for parasitic extraction in the semiconductor industry. What you build will directly enable the next generation of chips.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, develop, and maintain core components of StarRC, the industry gold standard parasitic extraction tool used across leading semiconductor companies
• Build and refine capacitance models that enable accurate extraction for advanced technology nodes, often before the competition catches up
• Develop next-generation parasitic extraction algorithms focused on runtime reduction, memory efficiency, and capacity improvements for increasingly complex designs
• Write and enhance Python or Tcl scripts to analyze large datasets, identify performance bottlenecks, and apply machine learning techniques to optimize extraction flows
• Collaborate directly with domain experts in electromagnetics, circuit modeling, and verification to solve tough technical problems that span multiple disciplines
• Debug complex issues in a large C++ codebase, trace problems across modules, and deliver fixes that improve tool stability and accuracy

The Impact You Will Have

• Keep StarRC at the leading edge of parasitic extraction technology, directly influencing how the world's most advanced chips are designed
• Enable semiconductor companies to adopt new process technologies faster by delivering accurate models and extraction flows ahead of industry timelines
• Reduce customer runtime and memory usage by double-digit percentages, translating to real cost savings and faster design cycles for chips powering AI, automotive, and mobile devices
• Push the boundaries of what is possible in EDA by integrating machine learning and optimization techniques into production-grade extraction tools
• Improve the reliability and accuracy of a tool that thousands of engineers depend on daily for tape out-critical work
• Shape the future of electronics by contributing to the software infrastructure that makes next-generation semiconductor design feasible

What You'll Need

• MS with at least 3 years of software development experience, or PhD with focused research in algorithms, numerical methods, or related areas. Doctorate or equivalent industry depth is preferred
• Strong C++ programming skills with experience building and debugging performance-critical software in large codebases
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software development processes including version control, testing, and code review
• Experience working in a Linux environment and comfort with scripting languages like Python, Tcl, or Perl for automation and analysis
• Background in numerical mathematics, optimization, machine learning, or computational electromagnetics is a strong plus, especially as applied to EDA or physical modeling problems

The Team You'll Be Part Of

You will join a high-performing R&D team dedicated to advancing StarRC, the market-leading interconnect parasitic extraction tool. The team is composed of domain experts in electromagnetics, algorithm development, and software engineering who work collaboratively to tackle complex technical challenges. You will be working closely with both local and global team members, contributing to a tool that is critical to semiconductor design flows worldwide. The environment is technical, supportive, and focused on continuous improvement.

Rewards and Benefits

• Health & Wellness
  Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.
• Time Away
  In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.
• Family Support
  Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.
• Retirement Plans
  Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.
• Compensation
  Competitive salaries.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
  Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.
• Time Away
  In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.
• Family Support
  Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.
• Retirement Plans
  Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.
• Compensation
  Competitive salaries.