R&D Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer-9481

Synopsys, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate engineer for analog and mixed signal layout design. This exciting role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop high-speed integrated circuits, ensuring meticulous project documentation, and enhancing design efficiency. Join a dynamic team that thrives on innovation and is dedicated to transforming the future through cutting-edge technology. If you're detail-oriented and skilled in project management, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Wellness programs

Financial benefits

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in analog layout or ASIC physical design.
• Familiarity with physical design of CMOS circuits and full design cycle.

Responsibilities

• Owning project planning and coordination across teams.
• Creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.
• Collaborating with functional groups globally.

Skills

Analog and mixed signal layout design

Project management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

MSEE

BSEE

Tools

Custom Compiler

Cadence Virtuoso

ICV

Calibre

Jira

MS Office Suite

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 an experienced and driven engineer with a passion for analog and mixed signal layout design. You thrive in collaborative environments and excel in project management. You have a strong technical background in physical design and are adept at communicating complex ideas to diverse teams. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of balancing multiple priorities. You have hands-on experience with advanced FinFET nodes, such as TSMC 16 nanometer and below, and are familiar with the full design cycle from RTL to GDSII.

What You’ll Be Doing:
* Owning cross-team planning, collaboration, and coordination to ensure geographically distributed teams are well-aligned.
* Measuring project and performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
* Establishing and maintaining relationships with cross-functional teams, internal and external customers.
* Creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.
* Collaborating closely with functional groups such as front end, analog, ASIC, CAD, and product teams globally.
* Developing full custom analog and ASIC layout of high-speed integrated circuits.

The Impact You Will Have:
* Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the physical design team through meticulous planning and coordination.
* Ensuring successful project delivery by maintaining clear and comprehensive documentation.
* Fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and satisfaction.
* Contributing to the development of cutting-edge technologies in high-speed integrated circuits.
* Facilitating the seamless integration of multiple functional groups to achieve project goals.
* Driving continuous improvement in design processes and methodologies.

What You’ll Need:
* Familiarity with physical design of analog and mixed signal CMOS circuits.
* Exposure and knowledge of the full design cycle from RTL to GDSII, including chip level.
* Experience with advanced FinFET nodes, TSMC 16 nanometer and below.
* Exposure to SERDES design architectures and layout.
* Proficiency with design tools such as Custom Compiler, Cadence Virtuoso, or equivalent.
* Experience with verification tools like ICV and Calibre.
* Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite of applications.
* Experience in working with Jira/Atlassian or other similar tools.

Who You Are:
You are a seasoned professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to think and communicate at different levels of abstraction.

You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking.

You are autonomous, a timely decision-maker, and able to cope with interruptions.

You have a solid understanding of digital and mixed signal flows and SOC integration challenges.

You typically hold an MSEE or BSEE with a minimum of 2 years of related experience, including hands-on analog layout or ASIC physical design experience.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:
You will be part of an advanced physical design team developing full custom analog and ASIC layout of high-speed integrated circuits. The team collaborates closely with multiple functional groups, including front end, analog, ASIC, CAD, and product teams globally. Our environment is best in class with a full suite of IC design tools supplemented by custom, in-house tools supported by an experienced software/CAD team.

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 during the hiring process.

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