Job Title: Principal Software Engineer
Job Overview
Join Synopsys, a leader in semiconductor design and software security solutions, as a Principal Software Engineer. Be part of a cutting-edge engineering team contributing to the reliability, performance, and scalability of our secure access platform. This is a full-time, employee-based role open to multiple U.S. locations.
Key Details
Company: Synopsys
Job Location: Boulder, CO | Austin, TX | Colorado Springs, CO | Gilbert, AZ | Remote (USA)
Category: Engineering
Employment Type: Full-time Employee
Job ID: 9980
Base Salary Range: $157,000 - $235,000
Posted Date: May 17, 2025
Job Responsibilities
Manage and maintain source code repositories using Perforce, GitHub, GitLab, and related tools.
Administer IP Lifecycle Management (IPLM) tools and JFrog Artifactory.
Develop and maintain CI/CD infrastructure using Jenkins, GitLab, and other platforms.
Write and optimize build/deployment scripts.
Integrate custom APIs to streamline development workflows.
Implement SDLC processes, including static analysis and automated testing, into CI/CD pipelines.
Enhance containerized application delivery using Docker.
Improve observability, monitoring, and overall DevOps practices.
Collaborate with global teams to ensure high availability and performance.
Impact Areas
Boost the efficiency and reliability of the secure access platform.
Scale performance across infrastructure and services.
Improve incident response through enhanced observability.
Optimize development lifecycles via advanced CI/CD pipelines.
Strengthen collaboration within cross-functional teams.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or 5–10 years of equivalent experience).
Experience in Unix/Linux environments and Bash/C Shell scripting.
Strong coding background in Python, JavaScript, or Rust.
Familiarity with version control tools such as Git and Perforce.
Proven experience managing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub.
Hands-on cloud development experience.
Project management experience is a plus.
Ideal Candidate Traits
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
Passionate about continuous improvement and technical innovation.
Proactive team player with global team experience.
About the Team
You will be a part of the IT Engineering Services Team — a diverse, globally distributed group focused on secure access infrastructure, DevOps excellence, and continuous innovation.
Compensation and Benefits
Base Salary Range: $157,000–$235,000 per year (U.S. based)
Annual Bonus Eligibility: May be eligible for discretionary bonuses
Equity Compensation: Potential for equity grants
Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives and employee support resources
Financial Benefits: Retirement plans and financial wellness support
Total Compensation: Final offer depends on skills, experience, education, and location
Recruiter Guidance: Recruiter will provide a complete breakdown of the total rewards package during the hiring process
Equal Opportunity Statement
Synopsys is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
