Senior R&D Engineer - Communications and Radar (Exton, PA)

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 and highly skilled software engineer with a deep background in communications and radar systems. With a strong foundation in Electrical or Computer Engineering, you have spent years building robust, efficient, and scalable software solutions, particularly in mission modeling or related high-tech domains. You thrive in collaborative environments, where your expertise is valued and your leadership inspires those around you. You are motivated by complex challenges-whether it's architecting a new module, solving intricate technical problems, or mentoring junior engineers.

Your curiosity drives you to stay ahead of the curve in technology, and your adaptability allows you to navigate evolving project requirements and industry standards. You understand the importance of translating business needs into actionable development plans, and your communication skills enable you to articulate technical concepts to both peers and stakeholders. You take pride in your ability to drive projects to completion, even in the face of obstacles, and you're eager to make a meaningful impact on products relied upon by thousands worldwide.

As a trusted technical reference, you're comfortable operating independently, but you also recognize the value of teamwork and shared knowledge. You believe in best practices, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality solutions that advance both the product and the broader mission of the organization.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Leading planning, architecture, and research efforts at the product level to drive STK's mission modeling capabilities forward.
• Coordinating product design and development activities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and customer needs.
• Acting as a technical reference for the team, providing mentorship and guidance on communications and radar systems modeling.
• Supporting on-site requirements gathering and refinement with strategic customers to ensure solutions are tailored and impactful.
• Developing and enforcing best practices through technical reviews, code quality assessments, and active mentoring.
• Performing complex bug verification and release testing, collaborating with QA and support teams to resolve challenging issues.
• Translating marketing and business requirements into technical solutions, staying attuned to target environments, performance criteria, and competitive landscape.
• Operating with autonomy, proactively identifying opportunities for product enhancement and process improvement.

The Impact You Will Have :

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Who You Are :

The Team You'll Be A Part Of :

You'll join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing STK (Systems Tool Kit), a commercial mission modeling software used by thousands worldwide. The team is composed of experts in communications, radar, software engineering, and mission analysis, collaborating closely to deliver impactful solutions to some of the most challenging problems in aerospace, defense, and beyond. As a senior member, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the product's direction, mentoring peers, and engaging directly with strategic customers to ensure STK remains at the forefront of innovation.

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.

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.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.

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