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Date posted 11/08/2026
Category Engineering
Hire Type Employee
Job ID 18967
Base Salary Range $193200-$289800
Remote Eligible No
Date Posted 11/08/2026
We Are
Synopsys is a leader in silicon-to-systems engineering solutions, helping customers accelerate innovation in AI-driven products through industry-leading EDA, IP, and design solutions.
You Are
As a Principal Front-End Design Engineer, you will lead methodology, subsystem architecture, and AI-enabled design innovation across IP and SoC development. You will build scalable design solutions, improve engineering productivity, and drive best practices across global teams.
What You'll Be Doing
- Develop and deploy AI-driven solutions for verification, synthesis, constraints, and DFT workflows.
- Architect reusable subsystem reference designs for Synopsys IP.
- Debug and optimize front-end design methodologies and automation flows.
- Drive adoption of best practices across design and verification teams.
- Collaborate with EDA, IP, and customer-facing engineers to solve complex design challenges.
- Mentor engineers through technical leadership and knowledge sharing.
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of ASIC, SoC, or IP design and verification experience.
- Expertise in verification, synthesis, timing constraints, DFT, CDC/RDC, or lint methodologies.
- Strong experience with Synopsys tools such as VCS, VC SpyGlass, Fusion Compiler, Design Compiler, and TestMAX.
- Proficient in SystemVerilog, UVM, Tcl, Python, or similar languages.
- Demonstrated technical leadership and influence across cross-functional engineering teams.
What Sets You Apart
- Deep understanding of IP reuse, subsystem integration, and SoC development.
- Passion for using AI to improve design productivity and quality.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills.
- Ability to translate complex technical challenges into scalable, practical solutions.
The Team You'll Be Part Of
You will be a member of the Digital Methodology Interop Engineering team, a team of engineers dedicated to advancing IP and subsystem design excellence at Synopsys. The team collaborates across global sites, driving innovation in methodology, tool integration, and best practices. You will help shape the future of SoC design with Synopsys IP.
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.
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...
Date posted 11/08/2026
Category Engineering
Hire Type Employee
Job ID 18967
Base Salary Range $193200-$289800
Remote Eligible No
Date Posted 11/08/2026
We Are
Synopsys is a leader in silicon-to-systems engineering solutions, helping customers accelerate innovation in AI-driven products through industry-leading EDA, IP, and design solutions.
You Are
As a Principal Front-End Design Engineer, you will lead methodology, subsystem architecture, and AI-enabled design innovation across IP and SoC development. You will build scalable design solutions, improve engineering productivity, and drive best practices across global teams.
What You'll Be Doing
- Develop and deploy AI-driven solutions for verification, synthesis, constraints, and DFT workflows.
- Architect reusable subsystem reference designs for Synopsys IP.
- Debug and optimize front-end design methodologies and automation flows.
- Drive adoption of best practices across design and verification teams.
- Collaborate with EDA, IP, and customer-facing engineers to solve complex design challenges.
- Mentor engineers through technical leadership and knowledge sharing.
- BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of ASIC, SoC, or IP design and verification experience.
- Expertise in verification, synthesis, timing constraints, DFT, CDC/RDC, or lint methodologies.
- Strong experience with Synopsys tools such as VCS, VC SpyGlass, Fusion Compiler, Design Compiler, and TestMAX.
- Proficient in SystemVerilog, UVM, Tcl, Python, or similar languages.
- Demonstrated technical leadership and influence across cross-functional engineering teams.
What Sets You Apart
- Deep understanding of IP reuse, subsystem integration, and SoC development.
- Passion for using AI to improve design productivity and quality.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills.
- Ability to translate complex technical challenges into scalable, practical solutions.
The Team You'll Be Part Of
You will be a member of the Digital Methodology Interop Engineering team, a team of engineers dedicated to advancing IP and subsystem design excellence at Synopsys. The team collaborates across global sites, driving innovation in methodology, tool integration, and best practices. You will help shape the future of SoC design with Synopsys IP.
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.
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...
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Senior Level Front-End Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level front-end architect job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned front-end architecture decisions end to end, not just implemented them. Demonstrating that you have set component system standards, led cross-functional technical reviews, and mentored engineers through complex UI challenges carries more weight than a long list of frameworks. A portfolio that shows architectural thinking, not just shipping features, is what separates senior candidates from the field.
Which companies hire senior level front-end architects?
Companies hiring senior level front-end architects right now include Rippling, KLA, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations scaling their product engineering practices, modernizing legacy front-end systems, or building out dedicated architecture functions within larger engineering teams.
Are there remote senior level front-end architect jobs?
Yes, and remote availability is strong at this experience level. About 17% of senior level front-end architect openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer confidence in placing high-trust architecture roles outside the office. Fully on-site positions do exist, particularly in sectors where embedded collaboration with product and design teams is a priority.
What makes a front-end architect role senior level?
Senior level front-end architect roles are defined by scope and ownership. Where mid-level engineers implement within an existing architecture, senior architects define it, resolve ambiguity at the system level, and are accountable for decisions that affect multiple teams or products. They are also expected to mentor engineers, contribute to hiring decisions, and represent front-end concerns in cross-functional planning conversations.
Which industries hire the most senior level front-end architects?
Senior Level front-end architect roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they maintain complex, high-traffic front-end products where architectural consistency, performance, and scalability require dedicated senior ownership rather than ad hoc decision-making.