PRINCIPAL

AI, Principal Engineer

SynopsysVisit website ↗·Posted 3 weeks ago

Location

TS, IN

Required Skills

PythonAWSAzureGCPDockerKubernetesMachine LearningAIAgileScrumGitExcel

About the Role

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 16985 Date posted 05/20/2026 ### 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 visionary engineer with a passion for generative AI and advanced machine learning. You thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and are excited by the challenge of pioneering next-generation AI technologies. You possess deep technical expertise, balanced with strong leadership and mentorship skills, and are eager to contribute to the development of impactful solutions that drive innovation across Synopsys. Your dedication to continuous learning keeps you at the forefront of AI advancements, and your commitment to ethical practices ensures responsible deployment of technology. You excel in translating complex ideas into actionable strategies, and your communication skills enable effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. You value diversity, inclusion, and open-mindedness, and are motivated by the opportunity to shape the future of AI. As a Staff AI Engineer, you will not only lead technical initiatives but also foster a culture of excellence, creativity, and knowledge sharing within the Generative AI Center of Excellence. Your analytical mindset, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail make you a trusted advisor and mentor, ready to empower junior engineers and drive business success. If you are ready to take ownership of transformative projects and make a lasting impact, we want you on our team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing, developing, and deploying advanced AI and machine learning models to address complex business challenges.

• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and data scientists, fostering best practices and innovation.

• Conducting research on the latest AI advancements and integrating cutting-edge techniques into Synopsys solutions.

• Collaborating with product managers, software engineers, and stakeholders to define requirements and deliver robust AI solutions.

• Performing data analysis, preprocessing, and feature engineering to optimize datasets for machine learning models.

• Training, validating, and fine-tuning ML models to ensure high performance and accuracy in production environments.

• Deploying and monitoring AI models, implementing improvements and ensuring operational excellence.

• Documenting AI algorithms, methodologies, and processes for reproducibility and knowledge sharing.

• Ensuring all AI solutions comply with ethical guidelines, data privacy regulations, and industry standards.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate Synopsys’ adoption of generative AI technologies, creating new business opportunities and enhancing product offerings.

• Drive innovation by integrating state-of-the-art AI algorithms into Synopsys’ platforms and processes.

• Elevate the technical capability of the team through leadership, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.

• Enable cross-functional collaboration, bridging gaps between engineering, product management, and business units.

• Improve operational efficiency and product performance by deploying scalable AI solutions.

• Champion ethical, responsible AI development, ensuring compliance with regulations and industry best practices.

• Contribute to the company’s reputation as a leader in AI and technology innovation.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field (PhD is a plus).

• Minimum 12 to 16 years of hands-on experience in AI and machine learning, with proven production deployments.

• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C...

• Expertise in machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Experience with version control systems (Git) and Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• Deep understanding of statistical analysis, data mining, and data visualization techniques.

Who You Are:

• Creative problem solver with strong analytical skills.

• Effective communicator, able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.

• Collaborative team player who values inclusion and diversity.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead projects.

• Proven leader and mentor, inspiring others to excel.

• Ethical and responsible, committed to high standards of integrity.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: You will join the Generative AI Center of Excellence, a dynamic group pioneering Synopsys’ AI technology strategy. The team is focused on advancing generative AI platforms, processes, and foundation models, partnering with business groups and corporate functions to drive impactful AI initiatives. Together, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

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.

Inclusion and Diversity: Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender preference, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Covered Veteran in accordance with federal law.

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.

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About Synopsys

Synopsys is a valued partner for silicon to systems design across a wide range of vertical markets, empowering technology innovators with the industry’s most comprehensive and trusted solutions.

10,000+ employees