Synopsys

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 detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in optics, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field. You thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments, and are driven by a desire to ensure that advanced software solutions are robust, reliable, and deliver exceptional value to end-users. Your curiosity fuels your eagerness to learn new technologies and continuously improve processes. With a keen analytical mind, you are adept at identifying issues, proposing solutions, and ensuring that every product release meets the highest standards of quality and usability.

You bring hands-on experience in software testing, validation, and verification, and are comfortable working with modern programming and scripting languages such as Python, C++, and MATLAB. Your communication skills enable you to clearly articulate technical issues and collaborate effectively with geographically distributed teams. You approach challenges with creativity and resilience, embracing feedback and using it to refine your work. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensure that you consistently deliver results that exceed expectations, making you a trusted partner in the pursuit of innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing, specifying, and writing comprehensive test cases for Ansys part of Synopsys - Optics applications, including Lumerical, Speos, and Zemax.
• Creating, modifying, and maintaining manual and automated test scripts to ensure thorough functional, regression, and performance testing.
• Developing and executing test plans, participating in defect management, and contributing to testing metrics and reporting.
• Investigating and reproducing defects, collaborating with R&D teams to verify fixes and drive continuous product improvement.
• Contributing to the development and enhancement of internal tools used for automated testing and quality assurance processes.
• Working across diverse computing environments, including Windows, Linux, virtual machines, compute clusters, and cloud platforms such as Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure.
• Communicating technical findings and collaborating with technical specialists, product managers, and developers to address product issues.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Ensuring that Synopsys’ optical simulation products meet and exceed customer expectations for functionality and usability.
• Enhancing product reliability and performance through rigorous validation and verification processes.
• Enabling rapid and robust product releases by automating testing and quality assurance workflows.
• Contributing to continuous improvement in development and testing methodologies, raising the bar for product quality.
• Facilitating effective cross-team communication to resolve complex technical issues and implement innovative solutions.
• Supporting the adoption of agile practices and modern development tools, positioning Synopsys as a leader in high-performance optical simulation software.

What You’ll Need:

• MS in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in programming and scripting languages such as Python, C++, and MATLAB.
• Experience in software quality assurance, test case development, and defect management.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Squish, Selenium) and continuous integration systems (e.g., Bamboo, Jenkins).
• Experience with revision control tools (e.g., Git, Bitbucket) and defect tracking systems (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla, ADO/TFS).
• Ability to work in diverse computing environments including Windows, Linux, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure).
• Exposure to electromagnetics simulation tools and Ansys Lumerical or similar products is a strong asset.

Who You Are:

• Meticulous and attentive to detail, ensuring high-quality outcomes in all tasks.
• Effective communicator adept at explaining complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in geographically distributed, multicultural teams.
• Quick learner who adapts to new technologies and methodologies with ease.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous personal and professional growth.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join the Electronics and Optics team, a dynamic group of engineers and scientists dedicated to advancing the capabilities of Synopsys’ optical simulation software. The team collaborates closely with R&D, product management, and support teams to deliver innovative solutions for customers in fields such as photonics, electronics, and optical design. With a focus on quality, usability, and technical excellence, the team plays a critical role in ensuring that Synopsys’ products remain at the forefront of technological 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.

This position is a long term contract until the end of November 2026.  

Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com.