What You'll Be Doing
Develop and evaluate quantum algorithms for CAE and EDA applications, focusing on optimization, simulation, and computational problems relevant to Synopsys workflows
Research emerging quantum technologies and assess their applicability to real product use cases, separating signal from noise in a rapidly evolving field
Build software prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and tech demos using quantum frameworks like Qiskit, PennyLane, Cirq, or QuTip, and validate them against classical HPC baselines
Collaborate with internal engineering teams, academic researchers, and industry partners to explore quantum approaches and translate research into practical engineering insights
Contribute to patents and publications in top quantum computing conferences and journals
Integrate quantum workflows with HPC and classical computing environments to build hybrid solutions that scale
Ramp up on Synopsys EDA and simulation technologies to understand where quantum methods could create meaningful advantage
The Impact You Will Have
Help Synopsys evaluate and adopt next-generation quantum computing technologies that could differentiate future CAE and EDA products
Turn quantum research into practical engineering capabilities by building prototypes that validate real-world applicability
Identify quantum algorithms and approaches that can improve computational workflows in silicon design, simulation, and analysis
Build the technical foundation for quantum integration as hardware matures and becomes commercially viable
Contribute to Synopsys intellectual property portfolio and thought leadership in quantum computing for EDA
Bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and product engineering, ensuring quantum exploration stays grounded in business value
Strengthen Synopsys partnerships with academic institutions and quantum hardware providers through collaborative research and proof-of-concepts
What You'll Need
MS or PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with focus on quantum computing, quantum information, or computational science
Strong programming skills in Python and C/C++ for building algorithms, simulations, and scalable software
Hands-on experience with quantum computing frameworks such as Qiskit, PennyLane, Cirq, QuTip, or similar platforms
Solid understanding of quantum algorithms including VQE, QAOA, QFT, quantum optimization techniques, or quantum simulation methods
Experience with HPC, CUDA, MPI, or scientific computing environments is a strong plus
Track record of research contributions through publications, patents, or open-source quantum software projects is valuable
Who You Are
You can explain a complex quantum algorithm to a classical HPC engineer in two sentences without losing the technical nuance or overselling the capability
Self-driven and comfortable working in ambiguity, you do not wait for a perfect problem statement to start exploring solutions
You have a learning mindset and stay current with quantum computing research, but you also know how to focus on what matters for industry-scale problems
Strong collaborator who can work across disciplines, from physicists to software engineers to product managers, and find common ground quickly
You think critically about where quantum actually helps and where it does not, and you are not afraid to say when a classical approach is still the right answer
Organized enough to manage research exploration, prototype development, and stakeholder communication without losing momentum
The Team You'll Be Part Of
You will join the Office of Innovation, a team focused on bringing research and advanced computing technologies to Synopsys. The mission is to drive near-term and long-term innovation by exploring quantum computing, AI and foundation models, and HPC acceleration. This team evaluates emerging technologies, builds proof-of-concepts, and works closely with product engineering to identify where new approaches can create real differentiation in EDA and simulation workflows.
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.
