R&D Engineering, Staff Engineer

Job Description and Requirements

Synopsys Optical Solutions Group (OSG) is looking for an Optical R&D software developer to contribute to our optical software products with focus on applying machine learning (ML) or Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. The software is for a state-of-the-art optical CAD/CAE program for the layout, design, and analysis of imaging or illumination optical systems used by customers worldwide.

The candidate's key responsibilities include:

• Building innovative C++ optical solution for our imaging software tools to tackle cutting edge image optimization problems.

• Employ State-of-the-Art ML/Generative AI Algorithm for enhancements to optical software features.

• Employs state-of-the-art development tools and practices to ensure high-quality and high-performance software solutions are delivered to the market efficiently.

• Utilizing solid software engineering practices such as code refactoring, code reviews, unit testing, and regression test case creation and monitoring.

• Work with cross functional team of developers, testers, and customer representatives in an agile environment.

Qualifications:

• Proven strong R&D experience with ML/Generative AI with application in computational imaging field

• Demonstrated expertise and hands-on experience developing mathematical and computational modeling for solving challenging engineering problems in software.

• Experience and knowledge of modular object-oriented programming (C++ preferred) and software design best practice with an aptitude and passion of developing technical application software.

• Excellent written and verbal skills as well as the presentation skills with the ability to communicate highly technical information to peers.

• Knowledge of commercial Optical design software.

• Master's or PhD (preferred) in Optics, Physics, Engineering, or related field.

Knowledge and expertise in any of the following areas is a plus:

• Experience with using commercial imaging optical design software.

• Experience with developing commercial engineering software.

• Experience with designing complex optical systems such as Camera, AR/VR/MR, HMD, HUD, etc.

• Knowledge or experience of Software processes such as Agile or Lean Software Development

The base salary range across the U.S. for this role is between $114,000-$170,000. In addition, 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.

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