Synopsys

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

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 an experienced software engineer who enjoys working close to the metal in large, mature C++ codebases. You take pride in writing clean, maintainable code, and you find satisfaction in supporting and evolving APIs that other engineers rely on every day. You communicate clearly, collaborate easily across teams, and you're comfortable owning a problem from triage through delivery.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Maintaining, extending, and supporting the public APIs of the Ansys Mechanical product.
• Triaging, diagnosing, and resolving customer-reported defects across the API surface.
• Working closely with internal product teams and external API consumers to understand needs and ship improvements.
• Writing unit tests and contributing to the long-term health of the codebase.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Directly enabling the workflows of customers and partners who build on top of the Mechanical product.
• Improving the reliability, consistency, and longevity of one of the most widely used simulation platforms in the industry.
• Strengthening a codebase that powers engineering decisions across industries worldwide.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or similar field.
• 3 to 5yrs of Strong C++ proficiency is required.
• Proficiency in scripting languages, especiallyJavaScript and Python,forrapid prototyping and workflow automation.
• Strong analytical and algorithmic problem-solving skills, with a focus on scalable and efficient solutions.
• Experience with unit testing, debugging, and code optimization in complex software systems.
• Familiarity with development tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio, Git, and GitHub.
• C# experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Studio, Git, and GitHub.
• Comfortable working on both Windows and Linux.

Who You Are:

• An innovative and adaptable engineer with a growth mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communicator, able to collaborate across teams and present complex ideas clearly.
• A responsible, motivated team player who takes ownership and delivers results.
• Detail-oriented with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.
• Curious and proactive, always seeking new ways to solve problems and add value.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

You will join the Mechanical team — a group of engineers who maintain the foundations and APIs that the broader Ansys Mechanical product suite, working closely with product managers, designers, and other engineering teams to deliver innovative features that meet real-world user needs. You will find an environment that values creativity, technical rigor, and continuous learning.

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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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.