Senior / Staff Synthesis Methodology Engineer

Black Sesame Technologies (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Sesame Technologies (Singapore) Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Synthesis Methodology Engineer to own RTL synthesis methodologies across AI SoC projects. You will develop, maintain, and optimize synthesis flows, evaluate new EDA tools, and enable efficient implementation across technology nodes.

You will collaborate with Design, Backend, CAD, and EDA vendors to improve productivity and design quality, focusing on sign-off readiness, timing optimization, and automation through Tcl/Python

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of ASIC/SoC RTL synthesis or synthesis methodology experience.
• Hands-on experience with Synopsys Design Compiler.
• Familiarity with sign-off tools like PrimeTime, Formality, VC SpyGlass, and VCLP.
• Experience with RTL synthesis, timing optimization, and ASIC implementation flow.
• Proficiency in Tcl, Shell, or Python scripting for automation.

Responsibilities

• Own, develop, maintain, and optimize RTL synthesis flows across AI/SoC projects.
• Evaluate new EDA tools and enable efficient implementation across nodes.
• Collaborate with Design, CAD, Backend, and EDA vendors to improve productivity.
• Ensure design convergence and sign-off readiness using PrimeTime and related tools.
• Migrate technology nodes and update libraries as required.

Skills

RTL synthesis expertise

Automation & scripting

Analytical/problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related

Tools

Synopsys Design Compiler

PrimeTime

Formality

VC SpyGlass

VCLP

Fusion Compiler

Cadence Genus

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Synthesis Methodology Engineer to own and drive RTL synthesis methodologies across our AI SoC development projects. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing synthesis flows, evaluating new EDA tools, and enabling efficient implementation across multiple technology nodes.

You will collaborate closely with Design, Backend, CAD, and EDA vendors to improve design productivity and quality.

Responsibilities

• Synthesis Flow Ownership: Develop, maintain, and optimize RTL synthesis flows using Synopsys Design Compiler to support ASIC/AI SoC development.
• Synthesis Methodology: Design and improve synthesis methodologies, automation, and reusable workflows across multiple projects and technology nodes.
• RTL Synthesis: Perform RTL synthesis for AI/NPU-related blocks while ensuring quality, performance, and design convergence.
• Sign-off Verification: Develop and maintain sign-off methodologies using PrimeTime, Formality, VC SpyGlass, and VCLP to ensure design integrity.
• Technology Migration: Support technology node migration, library updates, and flow enhancements to meet evolving project requirements.
• EDA Tool Evaluation: Evaluate, validate, and deploy new EDA tools and methodologies such as Synopsys Fusion Compiler and Cadence Genus.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop scripts and automation to improve synthesis productivity, flow robustness, and engineering efficiency.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with RTL designers, Backend, CAD, and EDA vendors to resolve synthesis, timing, and methodology issues.

Qualification/ Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in ASIC/SoC RTL synthesis or synthesis methodology development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Synopsys Design Compiler.
• Familiarity with sign-off tools such as PrimeTime, Formality, VC SpyGlass, and VCLP.
• Experience with RTL synthesis, timing optimization, synthesis constraints, and ASIC implementation flow.
• Proficiency in Tcl, Shell, or Python scripting for automation and flow development.
• Experience evaluating or deploying EDA tools such as Fusion Compiler or Cadence Genus is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional engineering teams.