Description
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.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and optimize compilation algorithms for mapping large-scale processor hardware descriptions onto the ZeBu emulator
- Develop scalable solutions to handle multi-billion-gate designs within tight runtime and memory constraints
- Apply advanced problem-solving skills to debug complex compilation, placement, and performance issues
- Develop and maintain high-quality, modular, and extensible object-oriented software in C++
- Collaborate closely with hardware architects, performance engineers, and emulator platform teams to ensure seamless integration and performance
- Contribute to continuous improvement of compilation flows, algorithms, and infrastructure for enhanced efficiency and robustness
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and knowledge sharing sessions with the broader engineering community
Impact
- Enable leading semiconductor companies to verify next-generation processor designs before commercialization
- Drive performance and scalability improvements, reducing compile and placement times for massive hardware designs
- Advance state-of-the-art compilation technologies in emulation, directly shaping the future of chip verification
- Enhance robustness and reliability of the ZeBu emulation platform, ensuring successful deployment in real-world scenarios
- Foster innovation and collaboration within the ZeBu Compiler Team and across Synopsys engineering groups
- Support industry leaders in achieving faster time-to-market for their products through efficient emulation workflows
- Champion best practices in software engineering, contributing to the overall quality and maintainability of the codebase
Requirements
- 3-5 years of relevant experience
- Strong skills in problem solving and algorithmic thinking, with proven experience in tackling challenging technical problems
- Solid expertise in object-oriented programming (preferably C++)
- Deep understanding of data structures and algorithms, with the ability to design efficient and scalable solutions
- Experience working with complex systems and large codebases
- Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Exposure to performance optimization, memory efficiency, or parallel computing (preferred)
- Familiarity with hardware description languages (Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL) (preferred)
- Experience with emulation, FPGA, EDA tools, or large-scale system software (preferred)
Team
You’ll join the ZeBu Compiler Team,a group of passionate engineers dedicated to advancing emulation technology for the world’s leading semiconductor companies. The team focuses on developing innovative compilation algorithms, scalable software solutions, and robust infrastructure to enable efficient verification of massive hardware designs. Collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a commitment to excellence define the team’s culture, empowering each member to make a meaningful 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. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.