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Senior Staff Software Engineer

Synopsys Inc
Sunnyvale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/26/2026
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.

The Common Engineering Components (CEC) team, part of Synopsys Central Engineering, develops and maintains productivity-enhancing platforms, tools, and services enabling Synopsys R&D engineers, Field Application Engineers (FAEs), and customers to efficiently identify, diagnose, and resolve issues in Synopsys’ Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. Our work is critical to the performance and scalability of EDA solutions used in silicon chip design.

You Are:

You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating across diverse teams to solve complex engineering challenges. Your background includes 8–14 years of hands-on software development experience, ideally in large-scale or HPC environments, with significant exposure to distributed systems and Unix/Linux environments. You are fluent in C/C and Python, leveraging advanced debugging and performance profiling tools to ensure robust, scalable solutions.

You inspire others by modeling technical excellence, sharing knowledge generously, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. You are adept at translating business requirements into technical solutions, driving projects from concept to delivery with a focus on quality and innovation. Your communication skills enable you to articulate complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, making you a trusted advisor and collaborator.

You value inclusivity, curiosity, and adaptability, understanding that building the best technology requires diverse perspectives and a willingness to explore new approaches. You are passionate about leveraging cloud and HPC technologies to solve real-world problems, and you are eager to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, industry-leading company like Synopsys.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Delivering enterprise-scale software solutions to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring reliability and performance at every stage.
  • Collaborating with multiple global engineering teams to achieve common goals and successful project delivery.
  • Defining technical requirements and driving implementation of next-generation productivity platforms.
  • Mentoring engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the team.
  • Utilizing C/C , Python, Unix/Linux system-level knowledge, and advanced debugging and performance profiling tools to deliver robust, scalable solutions and resolve critical issues efficiently.

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Accelerate Synopsys’ capability to deliver cutting-edge solutions for customers and partners worldwide.
  • Enable seamless integration of advanced computing platforms into chip design and verification workflows.
  • Drive operational efficiency and scalability for mission-critical applications and services.
  • Influence technology strategy and architecture decisions, shaping the future of Synopsys’ product offerings.
  • Empower engineering teams through mentorship, fostering innovation and technical growth.
  • Enhance customer satisfaction by delivering reliable, high-performance software solutions tailored to evolving industry needs.

What You’ll Need:

  • 8 years of professional software development experience, ideally in High Performance Computing (HPC) or large-scale systems
  • Strong Unix/Linux systems programming background, including multithreading, synchronization, sockets, and inter-process communication (IPC)
  • Proven experience designing and working with distributed systems, including networking, databases, and containerized environments
  • Proficiency in C/C and Python, with hands-on experience using debugging and performance profiling tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Who You Are:

  • Inclusive leader and collaborator, committed to fostering diverse perspectives and teamwork.
  • Analytical and detail-oriented, with a passion for solving challenging technical problems.
  • Adaptable and proactive, able to thrive in dynamic, rapidly evolving environments.
  • Curious and innovative, always seeking new ways to leverage technology for impactful results.
  • Mentor and coach, dedicated to supporting the growth and development of others.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a high-performing engineering team within Synopsys. The team’s mission is to develop and maintain productivity-enhancing platforms, tools and services that enable Synopsys Research & Development (R&D) engineers, Synopsys Field Application Engineers (FAEs), and customers to efficiently identify, diagnose, and resolve issues in Synopsys' Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools used in Silicon Chip design as well as enable the performance and scalability of the EDA tools. Collaborating with experts in software, hardware, and product management, you’ll play a key role in defining and delivering solutions that drive industry innovation. The team values open communication, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to transforming the future of chip design and verification.

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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