Lead Engineer - Backend Developer

Company: Synopsys, Inc.
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

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 seasoned backend developer with a passion for creating scalable and performant products. You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy the challenge of bringing design concepts to life. With a strong background in software development, you are adept at writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code. If you get stuck, you fall back to first principle thinking. You understand database concepts (especially graph database) like the back of your hand. You love to put yourself into customer shoes. Your experience in product development, particularly in large scale system design, sets you apart. You are a team player with excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively with stakeholders. Your analytical and problem-solving abilities are top-notch, and you are always thinking ahead of the curve. If you read the word 'Impossible' as 'I'm Possible,' we want to talk to you!What You'll Be Doing:

• Internalizing customer problems and breaking down the solution into composable software services, like Lego blocks.
• Designing and implementing scalable, maintainable, testable, and performant backend systems.
• Optimizing databases for large data volumes and read/write patterns.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (frontend and product) to ensure seamless integration and successful project delivery.
• Participating in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.
• Identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks and bugs.
• Staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to bring innovative solutions to the team.The Impact You Will Have:
• Enhancing the efficiency of System Data Observability through advanced analytics solutions.
• Reducing time-to-market for consumer electronics by providing insightful dashboards and predictive analytics.
• Driving the success of our products by developing high-quality and reliable software.
• Facilitating seamless integration across various system components through effective collaboration.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of development processes and best practices.
• Empowering teams with the tools and data they need to make informed decisions.What You'll Need:
• BE / B. Tech / M. Tech in Computer Science or equivalent with 5+ years of experience in software development.
• Strong technical skills and proficiency in Python, C++, Cypher.
• Proficiency in distributed backend system design, relational & graph databases, micro-service architecture.
• Knowledge of software development processes, debugging full-stack applications, and Git-based development practices.Who You Are:
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork abilities.
• Strong analytical, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Innovative thinker who doesn't stick to the status quo.
• Adept at working in a multi-faceted, geographically distributed product development environment.
• Committed to delivering high-quality software solutions.The Team You'll Be A Part Of:You will be part of the Systems Software R&D team at Synopsys, dedicated to reducing pain points of System Data Observability. Our team leverages unique and intuitive dashboards, AI/ML-driven workflows, and descriptive & predictive analytics to build cutting-edge analytics products. We are a collaborative group that values innovation, continuous learning, and the seamless integration of our solutions.
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