Automotive Functional Safety Staff Engineer - Digital DesignWare IP

Job Title:

• Automotive Functional Safety Staff Engineer - Digital DesignWare IP

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 meticulous engineering professional with a deep commitment to safety, reliability, and quality in the automotive domain. With a strong academic foundation in electrical engineering (BSEE or MSEE) and a wealth of hands-on experience, you thrive in dynamic, cross-functional environments. Your expertise in ISO 26262 standards and safety-critical applications sets you apart, and you relish opportunities to collaborate with global teams and customers alike. You are adept at translating complex safety requirements into actionable engineering solutions, always striving for excellence in compliance and innovation. Your communication skills in English enable you to articulate technical concepts clearly, whether you are leading safety reviews, crafting automation scripts, or guiding project teams. You value continuous learning, are comfortable with evolving industry standards, and are eager to maintain and enhance best practices in functional safety. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and proactive mindset ensure that nothing is left to chance when it comes to delivering safe, reliable automotive IP products.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop and maintain ISO 26262 work products, including Technical Safety Concept, FMEDA, FTA, DFMEA, DFA, Safety Plan, and Safety Case documentation.
• Collaborate with internal product development teams and external automotive customers to ensure coordinated functional safety compliance and alignment with project goals.
• Evaluate customer requirements pertaining to quality, functional safety, and automotive reliability, providing expert guidance and actionable feedback.
• Partner with the Functional Safety and product development teams on project/task planning, progress tracking, and regular reporting.
• Design and implement automation scripts to streamline and enhance automotive safety analyses processes.
• Lead and participate in quality and functional safety reviews, generating comprehensive reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Continuously improve and update functional safety methods, templates, and best practices to align with evolving standards and customer needs.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Ensure Synopsys Automotive IPs meet and exceed ISO 26262 and related safety and reliability standards, enhancing product trust and marketability.
• Accelerate the integration of advanced safety features into customer SoCs, enabling faster time-to-market with reduced risk.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety compliance processes, resulting in higher quality deliverables.
• Support the development of innovative, differentiated automotive IP solutions that power next-generation vehicles and smart mobility systems.
• Foster a culture of safety and quality across global teams, elevating Synopsys’ reputation as a leader in automotive IP safety.
• Enable customers to confidently deploy Synopsys IP in safety-critical applications, contributing to safer roads and smarter transportation ecosystems.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with 5+ years, or Master’s degree (MSEE) with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Formal training and demonstrated expertise in ISO 26262 functional safety standards.
• Hands-on experience with semiconductor development flows and digital design at the IP/SoC level.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, for effective collaboration and documentation.
• Proven track record in qualifying systems with embedded hardware/software to various ISO 26262 ASIL levels, including ASIL D.
• Experience with ISO 26262 part 5, hardware description languages, AEC Q100, ISO 9001, or IATF 16949 is advantageous.

Who You Are:

• Detail-oriented and organized, with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborative team player who communicates effectively with colleagues and customers worldwide.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and driven to deliver results in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Adaptable and open to learning new technologies and industry standards.
• Committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability in every project.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: You’ll join a high-performing, globally distributed IP team that is at the forefront of automotive safety and reliability innovation. The team collaborates closely with product development, quality assurance, and customer engineering groups to deliver world-class automotive IP solutions. Together, you’ll champion functional safety standards, drive continuous improvement, and support customers in deploying safe, reliable automotive products.

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.