Senior Software Engineer – Platform Software

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.

You Are:

You are a dynamic and passionate software engineer who thrives in collaborative, cross-functional environments. Your expertise in developing robust, scalable, and performance-critical software is matched by your desire to work on impactful projects that enable the next generation of semiconductor technology. You have a strong foundation in C/C++ and Python, with a proven track record of building and maintaining complex workflows and subsystems. You value continuous learning, enjoy tackling challenging problems, and are adept at diagnosing and resolving intricacies in large, multi-component codebases. You’re comfortable navigating ambiguity, aligning with multiple stakeholders, and balancing priorities to deliver high-quality solutions. Your communication skills enable you to bridge gaps between engineering teams, and your attention to detail ensures the integrity and maintainability of the software you deliver. You are excited by the opportunity to contribute to global innovation, engage with cutting-edge hardware assisted verification platforms, and grow alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. You believe in the power of automation, efficiency, and excellence, and you are ready to make a significant impact within a world-class organization.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Design, develop, and own EDA and IP workflows that support platform development across Synopsys product portfolios.
• Build and maintain subsystem-level frameworks for integration, validation, and reuse of IP and EDA components.
• Test, debug, and deploy workflows internally, ensuring correctness, performance, and long-term maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including IP, EDA, verification, and platform engineering—to align workflows with evolving product requirements.
• Drive automation using scripting and tooling to enhance developer productivity and workflow robustness.
• Diagnose and resolve complex software issues across large, multi-component codebases.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal platforms, frameworks, and development practices.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enable rapid verification, software bring-up, and system validation for advanced semiconductor designs.
• Facilitate seamless integration and reuse of IP and EDA components, accelerating product development cycles.
• Enhance reliability and scalability of Synopsys platform software through robust testing and automation.
• Drive innovation by improving internal workflows and development practices, ensuring best-in-class solutions.
• Support global teams and customers by delivering high-performance, maintainable software platforms.
• Help shape the direction of Synopsys’ HAV platforms, contributing to industry-leading hardware/software co-verification solutions.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2–5 years of hands-on software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for performance-critical systems software development.
• Experience with Python for automation, scripting, or workflow orchestration.
• Solid understanding of software design, debugging, and development in complex systems.

Who You Are:

• Collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinker who excels at solving complex problems.
• Adaptable and proactive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and maintainability.
• Motivated by continuous learning and professional growth.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join the Platform Software team within Synopsys Hardware Assisted Verification (HAV), working alongside experienced engineers focused on building, integrating, and maintaining EDA and IP-centric workflows. The team collaborates closely with IP, EDA, verification, and platform engineering groups to deliver scalable solutions powering product and subsystem development across the company. …