Solutions Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer - 17801

Job Description and Requirements

We Are

Synopsys is the industry 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, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.

Position Overview

The Senior Staff Engineer, Solutions Engineering will contribute to product development for IP compilers related to embedded monitoring, test, diagnostic, and repair solutions for 3DIC optical interconnects within the SMS/SHS product portfolio. This role requires expertise at the intersection of optical interconnects, 3DIC integration, and embedded test solutions, with the ability to address complex challenges across multiple physics domains including electrical, thermal, mechanical, and optical systems.

The successful candidate will demonstrate proficiency in emerging technology stacks, including co-packaged optics and multiphysics simulation frameworks, and will be responsible for developing production-ready solutions. This position includes technical leadership responsibilities, requiring the ability to provide clarity in ambiguous situations, mentor engineering team members, and ensure long-term product quality and maintainability.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop IP compilers for embedded monitoring, test, diagnostic, and repair solutions targeting 3DIC optical interconnects within the SMS/SHS product line
• Build and maintain a multiphysics simulation bridge with Ansys, requiring comprehensive technical understanding and full collaboration on integration efforts
• Apply expertise in optical and photonic chip design, co-packaged opto-electronic systems, and test/diagnostics frameworks to deliver production-ready solutions
• Develop and refine IC design flows using Verilog and SystemVerilog, ensuring alignment with EDA toolchains and AI-assisted design methodologies
• Lead technical discussions, provide mentorship to engineering team members, and drive technical decisions that balance innovation with long-term maintainability
• Produce comprehensive technical documentation to support internal teams and external stakeholders

Impact and Contributions

• Enable next-generation 3DIC optical interconnect solutions that advance industry capabilities in bandwidth, power efficiency, and system integration
• Deliver IP compilers that reduce time-to-market for customers developing advanced co-packaged optics and photonic systems
• Strengthen Synopsys' multiphysics simulation capabilities through direct integration with Ansys platforms
• Contribute to the technical development and growth of engineering team members through mentorship and knowledge transfer
• Influence product roadmaps by identifying technical gaps, proposing solutions, and providing technical direction for SMS/SHS offerings
• Enhance the robustness and scalability of test, diagnostic, and repair frameworks utilized across high-volume semiconductor manufacturing

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, or a closely related technical discipline
• Demonstrated expertise in optical or photonic chip design and co-packaged opto-electronic test, diagnostics, and repair methodologies
• Strong technical background in multiphysics simulation, including reliability, mechanical, stress, and thermal analysis
• Comprehensive understanding of IC design flows, with hands-on experience in Verilog and SystemVerilog
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for automation and workflow development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with demonstrated ability to produce clear, comprehensive technical documentation
• Proven problem-solving capabilities and ability to address complex technical challenges
• Willingness to acquire new technical knowledge and contribute to innovative solutions
• Ability to function effectively as a technical leader and mentor within team environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with communication interfaces and test standards including IEEE 1687, 1500, 1838, or 1149
• Familiarity with EDA tools, specifically AI-assisted design tools used in EDA workflows
• Track record of technical leadership in cross-functional engineering environments

Professional Competencies

• Ability to decompose complex, multi-domain technical problems into actionable engineering tasks
• Demonstrated technical leadership through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and collaborative decision-making
• Capability to work effectively in ambiguous environments and adapt approach based on evolving requirements
• Commitment to comprehensive technical documentation and knowledge transfer
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to technical rigor

The Team You'll Be Part Of

Additional information regarding team structure, reporting relationships, and organizational context will be provided during the interview process.

Rewards and Benefits

Synopsys offers a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits designed to support our employees. Our total rewards package includes both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Detailed information about salary range and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.