R&D Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer

Synopsys, Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a seasoned R&D engineer to drive advancements in logic IP characterization and validation. With over 8 years of experience, you'll develop and validate methodologies for high-performance silicon chips, utilizing tools like Hspice and Siliconsmart. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, enhancing the accuracy of logic IP views, and automating workflows with your scripting skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and technological innovation, where your contributions will directly impact the future of chip design.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in logic circuit characterization flows.
• Proficient in circuit simulators and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate logic IP views and characterization methodologies.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality EDA views.

Skills

Logic Circuit Characterization

Circuit Simulators (Hspice, Finesim)

Scripting (TCL, Perl, Python)

Data Extraction and Analysis

STA and Power Analysis Tools

Combinational and Sequential Logic Circuits

Tools

Siliconsmart

PrimeLib

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 seasoned R&D engineering professional with over 8 years of experience in logic circuit characterization flows, generation, and validation of Logic IP views, and timing/power characterization methodologies for standard cells. Your deep understanding of both basic and advanced modeling and characterization methodologies (LVF, CCS, MIS) sets you apart. You have hands-on experience with circuit simulators like Hspice and Finesim, as well as tools like Siliconsmart and PrimeLib.

Your expertise extends to understanding combinational, complex (dynamic, pulse, multibit, etc.), and sequential logic circuits, alongside a solid grasp of liberty constructs and syntax. You are well-versed in the ASIC flow from front-end to back-end, with a good understanding of STA and power analysis tools. You are proficient in extracting and analyzing data with a results-driven approach, and your scripting skills in TCL, Perl, and Python, along with knowledge of any Synopsys tool, add to your versatility.

As a proactive team player, you possess strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to explore new methodologies. Your excellent verbal and written communication skills enable you to interact effectively with domain experts in Logic IPs. You have a strong desire to learn and grow, making you an invaluable asset to our team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Developing and validating logic IP views and timing/power characterization methodologies for standard cells.
• Working with circuit simulators like Hspice and Finesim to ensure accurate characterization.
• Utilizing tools such as Siliconsmart and PrimeLib for characterization and validation processes.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality EDA views for logic IPs.
• Conducting data extraction and analysis to drive results and improve methodologies.
• Writing and maintaining scripts in TCL, Perl, and Python to automate workflows and improve efficiency.
• Communicating effectively with domain experts to share insights and drive innovation.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing the accuracy and reliability of logic IP views and characterization methodologies.
• Contributing to the development of high-performance silicon chips and software content.
• Driving innovation and efficiency through effective use of circuit simulators and characterization tools.
• Ensuring the seamless integration and delivery of EDA views for logic IPs.
• Improving data extraction and analysis processes to support decision-making and innovation.
• Fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Need:

• 8+ years of experience in logic circuit characterization flows and methodologies.
• Proficiency in circuit simulators like Hspice and Finesim.
• Hands-on experience with tools like Siliconsmart and PrimeLib.
• Strong understanding of combinational, complex, and sequential logic circuits.
• Knowledge of liberty constructs and syntax.
• Basic to good understanding of STA and power analysis tools.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as TCL, Perl, and Python.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a results-driven approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Who You Are:

You are a proactive and collaborative team player with a strong desire to learn and explore new methodologies. Your problem-solving skills are exceptional, and you are always eager to go the extra mile to achieve results. You communicate effectively with domain experts and have a passion for driving innovation in logic IP characterization and validation.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic and innovative team focused on developing and validating high-performance logic IP views and characterization methodologies. Our team is dedicated to continuous improvement and collaboration, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that drive technological innovation.

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.