Senior Analog & Mixed-Signal Architect, HBM PHY

Synopsys, Inc.; Boxborough (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys, Inc. is seeking a senior analog/mixed-signal designer for HBM PHY IP. You will drive silicon-to-simulation correlation, mentor engineers, and define architecture for next-generation memory interfaces used in AI/data-center hardware.

You will collaborate with global teams on layout-aware design choices, ensuring performance is preserved through physical implementation and within aggressive schedules.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with focus on analog, mixed-signal, or RF circuit design
• “12+ years of hands-on experience designing analog and mixed-signal circuits for memory interfaces or high-speed die-to-die links”
• “Proven track record debugging silicon for memory interfaces, including root cause analysis of signal integrity, power integrity, and functional failures”
• “Deep understanding of layout parasitics, substrate coupling, and power delivery effects”
• “Scripting experience in Python or Perl for design automation or analysis is a strong plus”

Responsibilities

• Drive silicon-to-simulation correlation for HBM PHY test chips and feed findings back into design methodology
• Support customer silicon bring-up and debug with engineering teams
• Define architecture for next-gen HBM PHY products balancing power, performance, and area
• Design and validate analog/mixed-signal blocks for high-speed memory interfaces
• Collaborate with layout engineers to preserve circuit performance through physical implementation
• Work with cross-functional teams across sites to deliver integrated PHY IP on tight schedules
• Mentor mid-level and junior designers in debugging and schematics review

Skills

Memory interfaces

Analog/mixed-signal design

HBM interface

Layout parasitics

Signal integrity

Power integrity

Debug silicon

Python scripting

Perl scripting

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

Perl

Job description

Synopsys, Inc. is seeking a senior analog/mixed-signal designer for HBM PHY IP. You will drive silicon-to-simulation correlation, mentor engineers, and define architecture for next-generation memory interfaces used in AI/data-center hardware.

You will collaborate with global teams on layout-aware design choices, ensuring performance is preserved through physical implementation and within aggressive schedules.