R&D Engineer (Fixed Term Contractor)

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 passionate engineer eager to make a tangible impact on cutting-edge simulation products. Your curiosity drives you to understand complex systems and engineer creative solutions. You thrive in collaborative environments, communicating openly and respectfully with diverse colleagues. Adaptable and resourceful, you seek opportunities to learn and master new technologies, especially in the realm of software development for high-tech industries. You possess a solid foundation in computer science and have hands-on experience with modern programming languages. You value quality, reliability, and usability in the software you create. You're comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment where initiative and ownership are celebrated. Your attention to detail and problem-solving skills help you deliver robust solutions, even in the face of ambiguity. You care deeply about customer success and actively seek feedback to improve products. Whether you're debugging code, designing a new feature, or collaborating on cross-functional teams, you bring energy, commitment, and a growth mindset. You're motivated by the prospect of contributing to products that empower engineers worldwide to innovate in motion simulation and beyond.

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining software modules and sub-systems for Ansys Motion standalone products.
• Writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code using C# and other modern programming languages.
• Conducting bug verification, release testing, and providing beta support for assigned products.
• Collaborating with a distributed team to understand and meet customer requirements.
• Researching and resolving problems identified by QA and product support, developing practical solutions.
• Applying software development best practices and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Understanding product marketing requirements, including target environments, performance criteria, and competitive positioning.

• Accelerate the development of advanced motion simulation technologies used by engineers and researchers worldwide.
• Enhance product reliability and user experience through rigorous testing and proactive bug resolution.
• Support Synopsys' commitment to innovation by contributing fresh ideas and technical expertise.
• Enable customers to solve complex engineering challenges with robust, high-performance software tools.
• Help maintain Synopsys' leadership in simulation software through continuous quality improvements.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and shared success within a diverse, global team.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proficiency in C# and familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience with C++ and Python is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of UI frameworks such as MFC, WinForm, and WPF.
• Understanding of large-scale commercial software development environments.
• Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies, and workflows.

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in geographically distributed teams.
• Proactive problem solver with a keen attention to detail.
• Adaptable and willing to embrace new challenges and technologies.
• Customer-focused and dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently under general supervision.