Executive Director, SoC Physical Design & Execution

Synopsys; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys, Inc. seeks an Executive Director, SoC Physical Design to lead a global, multi-site organization responsible for physical design and implementation across complex SoCs and IP.

You will partner with architects, RTL, verification, and EDA tooling teams to deliver silicon-ready solutions, drive improvements in flows, and mentor senior technical leaders for scalable execution and customer success.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline; 20+ years semiconductor experience preferred.
• Deep expertise in physical design with tape-out readiness.
• Strong experience with Synopsys tool flows, including Fusion Compiler.
• Proven ability to lead large, distributed engineering teams and develop senior technical talent.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a multi-site physical design organization across complex SoCs and IP.
• Own physical design strategy, planning, execution, and sign-off for complex products.
• Drive end-to-end physical implementation including floorplanning, placement, routing, timing, and sign-off.

Skills

Executive leadership

SoC design

Physical design

Customer engagement

Team building

Program management

RTL design coordination

Education

BS/MS in Electronics / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Fusion Compiler

EDA tool suites

Flow development

Job description

Synopsys, Inc. seeks an Executive Director, SoC Physical Design to lead a global, multi-site organization responsible for physical design and implementation across complex SoCs and IP.

You will partner with architects, RTL, verification, and EDA tooling teams to deliver silicon-ready solutions, drive improvements in flows, and mentor senior technical leaders for scalable execution and customer success.