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General Information

Job Title
Senior Director R&D IP Solutions
Job ID
13843
City
Sunnyvale
State/Province
California
Date Posted
16-Dec-2025
Job Category
Engineering
Job Subcategory
ASIC Digital Design
Hire Type
Employee
Remote Eligible
No
Base Salary Range: $229000 - $343000

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

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 visionary engineering leader with a passion for driving transformative change in the semiconductor industry. With a proven track record in leading multidisciplinary R&D teams, you combine deep technical expertise in IP subsystems with strategic acumen to architect scalable and innovative solutions. Your experience spans the entire product lifecycle, from concept to silicon, and you excel in translating complex requirements into actionable development plans. You thrive in dynamic environments, embracing challenges as opportunities to innovate and excel. A champion of diversity and inclusion, you foster collaborative teams that leverage varied perspectives to achieve breakthrough results.

Your interpersonal skills are second to none; you communicate technical concepts clearly to stakeholders at all levels and inspire teams to exceed expectations. You are adept at building strong partnerships—internally and externally—with customers, industry partners, and cross-functional groups. Your leadership style emphasizes empowerment, mentorship, and continuous improvement, cultivating environments where creativity and technical excellence flourish. Above all, you are driven by a relentless pursuit of quality and a passion for shaping technologies that impact millions of lives worldwide.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead the strategic direction, architecture, and execution of R&D initiatives for advanced IP subsystems.
  • Define and drive roadmap for next-generation IP solutions, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs.
  • Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
  • Collaborate with product management, sales, and customers to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
  • Champion best practices in design, verification, and integration of IP subsystems for high-performance silicon.
  • Represent Synopsys in industry consortia, technical forums, and customer engagements, showcasing thought leadership and technical vision.
  • Mentor and develop engineering talent, promoting continuous learning and professional growth.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Drive innovation in IP subsystem architectures that enable industry-leading silicon performance and reliability.
  • Accelerate Synopsys’ leadership in the semiconductor IP market through breakthrough R&D initiatives.
  • Deliver scalable, reusable IP solutions that reduce time-to-market for customers and enhance product differentiation.
  • Shape industry standards and influence technology roadmaps through active participation in technical committees.
  • Empower engineering teams to surpass technical challenges and deliver high-quality solutions on schedule.
  • Enhance customer satisfaction and market adoption by delivering robust, feature-rich IP subsystems tailored to diverse application domains.


What You’ll Need:

  • Extensive experience (15+ years) in semiconductor IP development, system architecture, and R&D leadership.
  • Deep knowledge of IP subsystem integration, SoC design, and verification methodologies.
  • Proficiency with advanced design tools, simulation environments, and hardware/software co-design principles.
  • Track record of successful product delivery in high-performance computing, connectivity, or memory subsystems.
  • Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., PCIe, DDR, AMBA, Ethernet) and emerging technologies.


Who You Are:

  • Visionary leader with exceptional strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
  • Inclusive collaborator who values diverse perspectives and fosters a culture of belonging.
  • Excellent communicator, able to articulate complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
  • Results-oriented, with a strong drive for quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Resilient and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, evolving environments.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a world-class R&D organization at the forefront of IP subsystem innovation. Our multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively across engineering, product management, and customer success to deliver solutions that power tomorrow’s intelligent systems. We value creativity, technical rigor, and a commitment to excellence, creating an environment where every member can contribute and grow.

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.