Director of R&D Engineering

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · DevOps

In short

Synopsys seeks an experienced Director of R&D Engineering in Sunnyvale, CA, to lead software development teams in the Electronic Design Automation (EDA) space. This role requires expertise in C++, data structures, algorithms, databases, and managing technical teams to drive innovation in chip design and development.

Responsibilities

Analyze requirements and design robust software architecture.
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of developers and architects.
Create data models, flowcharts, and optimize applications.
Oversee software launches and ensure project success.
Coordinate with cross-functional engineering teams.
Troubleshoot and improve development processes.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years of software development and leadership experience.
Excellent C/C++ programming and engineering skills.
Strong algorithm/data structure design expertise.
SQL/database proficiency; Linux platform experience.
Ability to manage, mentor, and motivate technical teams.
BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Google Cloud or Azure is a plus
Experience with spice simulation & cell/logic characterization is a plus
Visionary leader and team builder.
Self-driven, analytical, and collaborative.
Strong communicator and mentor.
Adaptable and proactive problem-solver.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits.
Annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses.
Competitive total rewards package.
Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans.
ETO and FTO Programs.
Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back.
Retirement plans.
Competitive salaries.

Skills

C++Data StructuresAlgorithmsDatabase SystemsSQLLinuxAWSGoogle CloudAzure

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About Synopsys Inc

Smart, Secure Everything—From Silicon to Software Synopsys technology is at the heart of innovations that are changing the way we live and work. The Internet of Things. Autonomous cars. Wearables. Smart medical devices. Secure financial services. Machine learning and computer vision. These breakthroughs are ushering in the era of Smart, Secure Everything―where devices are getting smarter, everything’s connected, and everything must be secure. Powering this new era of technology are advanced silicon chips, which are made even smarter by the remarkable software that drives them. Synopsys is at…

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