Optics Software Tester

Company: Synopsys
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: May 16, 2025

Job Description:

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 meticulous and passionate professional with a deep understanding of optics design and a passion to expend your skillset into Software testing. With your extensive knowledge in optical engineering, you excel at developing and executing comprehensive test plans to ensure the highest quality of optical design and simulation software. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with developers and engineers to refine testing methodologies and drive continuous improvement. Your strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively within a team make you an ideal candidate for this role. You are committed to advancing your expertise and contributing to innovative solutions in the field of optical design.
What You'll Be Doing:Collaborating with software developers and optical engineers to contribute to requirements discussions and define acceptance criteria.Developing and executing test plans and validation strategies for optical design and simulation software.Ensuring that imaging and illumination system models meet performance expectations through structured testing.Working closely with stakeholders to define and refine testing methodologies tailored to optical engineering applications.Analyzing and documenting test results, providing feedback to the development team for continuous improvement.Contributing to the development and improvement of testing frameworks and methodologies specific to optical system modeling.
The Impact You Will Have:Ensuring the reliability and performance of our optical design software, which is critical for our clients in developing cutting-edge optical systems.Enhancing the quality and robustness of our software through meticulous testing and validation.Driving continuous improvement in testing methodologies to keep pace with evolving optical technologies.Providing critical feedback that helps shape the development of future software features and enhancements.Supporting the development team by identifying and troubleshooting issues early in the software lifecycle.Contributing to the overall success of Synopsys by ensuring that our software meets the highest standards of quality and performance.
What You'll Need:Bachelor's or advanced degree in Optics, Physics, or a related field.Proven industry experience in optical engineering, with a focus on optical design, imaging, and illumination systems.Strong understanding of optical principles, including lens design and ray tracing.Familiarity with optical design software (e.g., CODE V, LightTools, RSoft, or equivalent).Experience with scripting languages relevant to optical software testing, with a willingness to learn Python for test automation.
The Team You'll Be A Part Of:You will join a dynamic team of experts in optics and software development, dedicated to creating innovative optical design solutions. Our team values collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence. Together, we work on cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of optical engineering and software quality.
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 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 share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.
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