R&D Engineer II

General Information

Job Title R&D Engineer II Job ID 12817 City Evanston Date Posted 01-Oct-2025 Job Category Engineering Job Subcategory Ansys Software Development Hire Type Employee Remote Eligible Yes Base Salary Range: $91300 - $146200

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

Summary / Role Purpose

The R&D Engineer II plays a key role in the development of next-generation simulation software products, with a focus on integrating AI technologies to enhance usability, performance, and accessibility. This role involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to translate customer needs into innovative, AI-powered features that push the boundaries of physics-based simulation. The ideal candidate is passionate about the intersection of AI and engineering and is eager to contribute to the democratization of simulation tools.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance of software modules, with a focus on integrating AI capabilities into simulation workflows.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and domain experts to understand technical requirements and translate them into functional software components.
• Develop and refine prototypes for AI-driven features under guidance and assist in transitioning them into production-ready code.
• Stay current with advancements in AI and simulation technologies and contribute ideas to improve product capabilities.
• Works under the general supervision of a development manager

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements and Experience

• BS in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field with 2 years of experience, or MS in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in technical software development through academic, research, or industry projects.
• Familiarity with modern software development practices.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Strong background in AI/ML, including deep learning, large language models, computer vision, or generative AI.
• Experience with Python and frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Familiarity with physics-base

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 share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.