Staff Engineer, R&D Engineering

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RTL using Verilog and SystemVerilog for complex SoC and ASIC components for production silicon
• Integrate IP blocks at the SoC level, building the glue logic and subsystem architecture
• Write SDC for synthesis to ensure constraints reflect real timing intent
• Run and debug lint, CDC, and synthesis checks using tools like SpyGlass, Fusion Compiler, or Encounter
• Collaborate with verification, physical design, and architecture teams to close functional and structural issues
• Contribute to microarchitecture discussions to meet performance, power, and area targets
• Mentor junior engineers on RTL quality, coding standards, and front-end design best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience in RTL design and SoC or ASIC integration
• Strong proficiency in Verilog and SystemVerilog
• Experience with lint tools (SpyGlass, Leda), CDC analysis, and synthesis flows (Fusion Compiler, Encounter)
• Ability to write SDC and debug synthesis issues in complex, multi-clock designs
• Proficiency in using AI tools such as GitHub Copilot

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-speed interfaces like PCIe, USB, AXI, I2C, or JTAG
• Familiarity with low-power design techniques
• Scripting skills in Python, Tcl, or Perl

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans
• Paid time away including ETO and FTO programs
• Family support including maternity/paternity leave and adoption assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount
• Competitive salaries and retirement plans

About the Company

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 to power innovation across a wide range of industries.