Senior Functional Safety Engineer

General Information

Descriptions & Requirements

Role and Team Overview:

Synopsys is a world leader in providing semiconductor IP solutions for the automotive industry and is seeking a Functional Safety Engineer whose primary mandate is to ensure that Synopsys Automotive IPs comply with ISO 26262 and related standards for automotive functional safety and reliability. This position requires interactions with Synopsys’ internal development teams around the globe to ensure conformance to quality, functional safety, and automotive reliability requirements. There is opportunity to interface with Synopsys’ external customers and third-party service providers  

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 an accomplished and forward-thinking engineering professional, passionate about advancing automotive safety and reliability through rigorous standards and innovative solutions. You thrive in a collaborative, multicultural environment and bring a wealth of experience in system, hardware, and embedded software development. Your expertise spans the full product lifecycle—from design through verification—backed by a solid understanding of functional safety processes, especially in alignment with ISO 26262 and similar standards.

You possess outstanding analytical skills, enabling you to identify and address technical challenges in complex projects. You are adept at both producing and reviewing comprehensive technical documentation, ensuring traceability and compliance at every stage. Your communication style is both clear and diplomatic, allowing you to build trusted relationships with customers and stakeholders while confidently handling technical discussions and escalations. You are motivated to continually learn, adapt, and apply cutting-edge best practices in functional safety, and you take pride in mentoring others and championing a culture of quality and integrity. Above all, you are passionate about making a tangible impact in the automotive industry—helping to ensure that every product meets the highest standards of safety and reliability.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Perform reviews, audits and assessment for Functional Safety as independent reviewer/auditor/assessor;

Create the documentation, from our side we generate the review/audit/assessment reports and all the instructions and guidelines to support their customer work (internal customers);

Applying best-in-class engineering practices and state-of-the-art methodologies to guarantee safety integrity in line with ISO 26262:2018 and related standards;

Conducting and reviewing functional safety analyses for hardware, software, or integrated HW-SW products, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 requirements;

Performing in-depth technical analyses on project designs to uncover potential bugs or weaknesses in development processes;

Engaging directly with customers to maintain strong relationships, proactively address technical issues, and resolve concerns with professionalism and expertise;

Managing business discussions and potential escalations, collaborating with higher management while maintaining integrity as an independent Functional Safety reviewer/assessor;

Continuously learning and applying new knowledge to review, assess, and improve customer projects, driving best practices and continuous improvement.

The Impact You Will Have:

Ensuring Synopsys Automotive IPs meet and exceed stringent automotive functional safety and reliability standards, directly supporting our leadership in the automotive semiconductor space;

Driving the successful integration of safety and quality requirements into all phases of product development, resulting in robust, reliable, and market-leading solutions;

Building trust and strengthening partnerships with customers by providing expert guidance and technical support in functional safety matters.

Mitigating risks and safeguarding Synopsys’ reputation by identifying and addressing potential design and process vulnerabilities early in the development cycle;

Fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within both internal teams and customer organizations;

Influencing industry best practices by contributing to the evolution of standards, tools, and processes in automotive functional safety.

What You’ll Need:

At least 5 years of hands-on experience in system, hardware (analogue and/or digital), and/or embedded software development, spanning design to verification.

Proven track record in producing and managing detailed project documentation with full requirements traceability.

Solid knowledge and practical application of functional safety standards, particularly ISO 26262:2018.

Experience conducting functional safety analyses for HW, SW, or integrated HW-SW products in compliance with ISO 26262.

Strong analytical skills for technical evaluation, bug detection, and process improvement in engineering projects.

Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with customers and manage technical discussions and escalations.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional language skills are a plus.

Who You Are:

Collaborative team player, comfortable working with diverse global teams and stakeholders.

Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to delivering high-quality results.

Adaptable and proactive, eager to learn and stay ahead of emerging trends in safety engineering.

Confident communicator, able to explain complex technical concepts to varied audiences.

Diplomatic and professional, able to navigate challenging conversations and maintain positive relationships.

Driven by integrity, independence, and a passion for continuous improvement.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a dynamic, globally distributed Functional Safety Engineering team at Synopsys, dedicated to ensuring the highest levels of safety and reliability in automotive semiconductor IP. The team collaborates closely with internal development groups, external customers, and third-party service providers to drive quality, compliance, and customer success across all automotive projects. As a senior member, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping processes, mentoring peers, and championing functional safety excellence.

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.