Synopsys

Senior Staff Engineer (R&D Engineering)

Synopsys
onsite senior employee Rungis, Île-de-France Region, France
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First indexed 6 Mar 2026

Description

We are seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to join our R&D Engineering team. As a Senior Staff Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, and validation of complex software that drives ZeBu emulation and prototyping products.

What you'll do

  • Contribute to the design, development, and validation of the complex software that drives ZeBu emulation and prototyping products.
  • Oversee software projects from specification to internal delivery, then documentation and support.
  • Challenge yourself and others for delivering the best products performance, while staying focused on the end-user experience.
  • Align with the company processes for delivering quality software in a timely manner.
  • Work on R&D projects involving different hardware, firmware and software teams, some based locally as well as some located in Europe, India, and North America.

What you need

  • At least 7 years of professional experience in software development.
  • MS or PhD, in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
  • Knowledge of EDA domain or experience in EDA tool development
  • Solid software engineering skills (specification, design, development, unit/integration tests, optimization, maintenance).
  • Proficient C/C++ programming skills, including object-oriented design.
  • Sound data structures and algorithms understanding, specifically graph algorithms
  • Solid analysis and problem-solving.
  • Experienced in Linux based environment (shell, makefile).
  • Ability to manage several tasks autonomously and address projects with schedule constraints.
  • Knowledge of Boolean Logic and Combinational Circuit
  • Exposure to Timing OR Clock Algorithms would be an advantage, but is not essential

Nice to have knowledge or experience:

  • Experience with development and troubleshooting of multi-threaded/process software.
  • Experience with debug and profiling (Gdb, Collect, Vtune, or any equivalent tool).
  • Scripting languages (Bash, Tcl, Python, Perl).

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Accelerating the development of cutting-edge EDA tools that power innovations in CPUs, AI accelerators, and advanced SoCs.
  • Enabling our customers to achieve faster time-to-market through robust and high-performing verification solutions.
  • Driving cross-functional collaboration between global teams, fostering knowledge sharing and technical excellence.
  • Enhancing the reliability and scalability of Synopsys’ flagship hardware-assisted verification products.
  • Shaping the future of chip design by contributing to the evolution of next-generation computing systems.
  • Mentoring and inspiring colleagues, setting new standards for technical achievement and teamwork.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a world-class, international R&D engineering team at Synopsys, renowned for driving innovation in hardware-assisted verification. The team is composed of experts in software, hardware, and firmware, collaborating across continents to deliver industry-leading solutions. Together, you’ll tackle ambitious projects that shape the future of chip design and verification, leveraging collective expertise and a supportive, inclusive culture.

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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