Senior Security Design Engineer

Senior Security Design Engineer at Synopsys Inc

Take your career to the next level as a Senior ASIC Digital Design or Verification Engineer focused on hardware security, high performance computing, AI, and automotive.

We Are

At Synopsys, we drive 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 high‑performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are

You are a passionate and skilled senior engineer with knowledge in RTL design and/or verification. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are excited about working with an international team of experts. You possess excellent problem‑solving and debugging skills and are adept at communicating complex technical concepts effectively.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and implementing RTL in Verilog and/or System Verilog for security applications.
• Creating and designing test environments for digital hardware security IP cores and subsystems using System Verilog and UVM.
• Conducting hardware verification of IP cores and subsystems utilizing modern verification techniques such as UVM or formal verification.
• Collaborating with hardware and software security experts to perform functional and performance analysis of embedded hardware/software IP solutions.
• Working within an international team setup, contributing to global projects.
• Ensuring adherence to high‑quality standards and best practices in digital design and verification processes.

The Impact You Will Have

• Enhancing the performance and security of our IP cores and subsystems.
• Contributing to rapid integration of advanced capabilities into So
  Cs, meeting unique performance, power, and size requirements.
• Reducing time‑to‑market for differentiated products with minimized risk.
• Driving innovation in cybersecurity, high performance computing, AI, and automotive.
• Collaborating with a diverse team to deliver leading‑edge solutions that shape the future of technology.
• Playing a key role in maintaining Synopsys’ position as a leader in chip design and software security.

What You’ll Need

• Knowledge about RTL design of hardware IP components.
• 5+ years’ experience in RTL design or verification of hardware IP components.
• Knowledge of ASIC verification using System Verilog, UVM, or Verilog.
• Ability to create detailed specifications for test environments.
• MSc or Ph
  D in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Strong understanding of IC design flows and exceptional problem‑solving and debugging skills.

Who You Are

• A strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative international environment.
• An innovative thinker who is passionate about technology and continuous improvement.
• Detail‑oriented and committed to delivering high‑quality work.
• Adaptable and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of

You will be joining the Security IP team in Porto, a dynamic group dedicated to extending the Security IP business in markets such as cybersecurity, high performance computing, AI, and automotive. Our team is composed of experts in hardware and software security, working together to develop state‑of‑the‑art IP cores and subsystems.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits. Your recruiter will provide more details about salary and benefits during the hiring process.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Design, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Semiconductor Manufacturing, Software Development, and Computer Hardware Manufacturing