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R&D Engineering, Staff Engineer - Proteus Infrastructure Team

Synopsys
$138000-$207000
United States, California, Sunnyvale
Mar 01, 2025

You Are:

As a highly skilled R&D Engineer, you bring a wealth of experience in designing and developing robust software systems. You are passionate about creating efficient data structures and algorithms and are adept at solving complex software issues. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Your strong communication skills, both oral and written, enable you to effectively document and share ideas. You are driven by a desire to learn and explore new technologies, consistently demonstrating excellent research and problem-solving skills.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Designing efficient data structures and algorithms to address complex software issues with Synopsys' Mask Solutions Group for the Proteus Infrastructure Team.
  • Architecting and creating functional specifications for new software components and modules.
  • Collaborating with product engineering, field teams, and customers to understand new requirements and provide innovative solutions.
  • Maintaining and improving existing software functionality, with a focus on quality, reliability, and performance.
  • Partnering closely with other team members and cross-functional working groups, including Application Engineers, Quality Assurance, and Technical Publications.
  • Contributing to the development of advanced lithography technologies used by leading semiconductor companies.

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Enhancing the performance and scalability of Synopsys' Proteus suite of products.
  • Driving innovation in computational lithography, enabling the production of cutting-edge semiconductor devices.
  • Improving the quality and reliability of software used by major semiconductor companies worldwide.
  • Contributing to the successful adoption of Synopsys' best-in-class technologies and platforms.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing through continuous technological innovation.

What You'll Need:

  • BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering, or Physical Sciences with 8+ years of related programming experience.
  • Exceptional programming skills and experience with C/C++.
  • Strong background in data structures and algorithms and state-of-the-art programming techniques.
  • Experience with distributed systems, GPU programming (CUDA), and multi-threaded applications is a plus.
  • Experience with computational geometry and geometry processing algorithms is a plus.
  • Proficiency in developing software on Linux.

Who You Are:

  • A lifelong learner with a passion for exploring new technologies.
  • Excellent research and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for effective documentation and collaboration.
  • A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

The Synopsys Mask Solutions Group is looking for motivated software engineers for the Proteus Infrastructure team. This position will give you the opportunity to design and develop software used by major semiconductor companies in the world. Proteus suites of products include tools for modeling, Optical Proximity Correction, and Inverse Lithography technologies. The Infrastructure team is accountable for the core components that have an impact on all aspects of this highly scalable software platform. In this role, you will join an experienced software development team and contribute to exciting new technologies in computational lithography, enabling leading semiconductor companies that shape our lives.

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.

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.

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Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military veteran status, or disability.


In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.


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