Synopsys
company
EDA
Global EDA leader. Danish office (ex-QuantumWise) develops QuantumATK atomistic simulation for semiconductor DTCO. Now also encompasses Ansys (acquired 2025).
Semiconductor activity in Denmark
The Copenhagen office originates from QuantumWise (acquired 2017) and houses 30+ PhD-level researchers developing QuantumATK — atomistic simulation software used by foundries and IDMs for Design-Technology Co-Optimization (DTCO). The tool models quantum transport, DFT, and materials properties at the atomic scale, critical for sub-5nm process development. Following the $35B Ansys acquisition (completed July 2025), the Danish footprint expanded.
Key facts
- Danish office: former QuantumWise, acquired 2017
- 30+ PhD-level employees in Copenhagen
- Develops QuantumATK atomistic simulation software
- Ansys acquired for $35B, completed July 2025
- Key tool for foundry DTCO at sub-5nm nodes
Technology focus
- QuantumATK: atomistic simulation, DFT, quantum transport
- Design-Technology Co-Optimization (DTCO)
- Materials science for advanced process nodes
- EDA tools: Design Compiler, IC Compiler, VCS, Fusion Compiler
R&D footprint
~30
estimated R&D staff in Denmark — Denmark office, ex-QuantumWise