R&D Engineering, Sr Engineer · Synopsys

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:08:18 GMT
Engineering

Synopsys · Canada · onsite

You are a passionate engineer with a strong foundation in software development and a keen interest in thermal and fluids analysis. You thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments and are eager to contribute your expertise to cutting-edge R&D projects. With a background in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, you bring not only technical prowess in languages like C++ and C#, but also a curiosity for multi-physics modeling and simulation. You are adaptable, self-driven, and motivated to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions that advance engineering simulation technology.

As someone who enjoys tackling complex challenges, you value continuous learning and are familiar with modern software engineering practices. You understand the importance of rigorous debugging, efficient code design, and scalability. Your ability to grasp intricate systems and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams sets you apart. You are comfortable working independently and collaboratively, and you consistently meet project deadlines while maintaining a high standard of excellence. Your attention to detail, analytical mindset, and openness to new ideas help you thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven workplace. If you are excited by the prospect of shaping the future of simulation software and making a tangible impact, Synopsys is the place for you.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain software products and supporting systems focused on thermal and fluids analysis, with applications including Ansys Thermal Desktop integration and enhancement.

Engage in moderate-to-complex development tasks, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation of software modules.

Understand and contribute to the code base, following the team's software development processes.

Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize code for performance, scalability, and maintainability.

Collaborate with managers, technical leads, and engineers to refine solutions and ensure seamless integration across teams.

Deliver high-quality, efficient code on schedule, with a focus on optimization and ease of understanding.

Stay current with best practices in software engineering and continuously expand knowledge in thermal and fluids modeling.

Impact:

Advance Synopsys' capabilities in thermal and fluids simulation software, contributing to industry-leading engineering tools.

Enable customers to achieve accurate and efficient thermal analysis in their designs, supporting innovation across multiple industries.

Drive performance improvements and scalability in simulation products, enhancing user experience and reliability.

Support the integration of multi-physics modeling, broadening the scope and utility of Synopsys software solutions.

Help shape the future of simulation technology through active participation in R&D and collaborative problem-solving.

Contribute to a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the engineering team.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR a Master’s degree in a related field.

Strong expertise in C++ and C# with at least 2 years of hands-on experience.

Familiarity with Fortran and an understanding of legacy and modern programming paradigms.

Solid grasp of data structures, algorithms, and advanced debugging techniques.

Ability to quickly learn and understand complex systems, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality work within deadlines.

Nice to Have:

Knowledge of Functional Mock-up Interface standard, .NET framework, and development experience with physical design or analysis tools.

Multi-physics experience including thermal and fluids modeling, computer graphics, and geometry processing.

Experience contributing to Engineering Simulation applications such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and fluids modeling.

Who You Are:

Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

Effective communicator and collaborator who thrives in team environments.

Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies.

Detail-oriented with a commitment to code quality and maintainability.

Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven.