SoC Engineering, Principal Engineer-18586

Synopsys, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Synopsys, Inc. is seeking an experienced RTL design leader to drive complex ASIC digital subsystems from concept to silicon. You will define architecture, translate requirements into clear specifications, and deliver high-quality RTL that is robust and scalable.

You will work across design, verification, DFT and implementation, with experience in UCIe, Ethernet, UALink, and AMBA. Mentoring junior engineers and leading design reviews are also key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of RTL design and subsystem architecture for ASIC/SoC projects.
• Expertise in Verilog/SystemVerilog with linting, CDC, RDC, and formal verification.
• Experience with UCIe, Ethernet, UALink, and AMBA protocols.
• Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and design-review experience.
• Knowledge of low power design methodologies and DFT architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the subsystem lifecycle from requirements and architecture through release.
• Develop subsystem architecture, specs, and high-quality RTL micro-architecture.
• Drive design quality via RTL linting, CDC, RDC, and close collaboration with verification, DFT, and implementation teams.
• Integrate UCIe, Ethernet, UALink, and AMBA protocols into subsystem designs.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in technical reviews and design excellence.

Skills

RTL design

Subsystem architecture

Verilog/SystemVerilog

RTL linting

CDC/RDC

DFT

Cross-functional leadership

Mentoring

UCIe/AMBA protocols

Ethernet/UCIe

Education

BSEE/BSCE/MSEE/MSCE or higher

Tools

EDA tools

Formal verification tools

Job description

We Are

Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.

You Are:

You are a seasoned RTL design leader with a strong record of driving complex ASIC digital subsystems from concept to silicon. You bring the technical depth to define architecture, translate requirements into clear specifications, and deliver high-quality, first-time-right RTL for robust, scalable subsystem designs.

Your background includes multiple successful tape-outs and deep experience working across design, verification, DFT, and implementation to bring complex programs to closure. You are fluent in industry-standard protocols such as UCIe, Ethernet, UALink, and AMBA, and you apply strong judgment in low power design, DFT architecture, and subsystem-level technical decision-making.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Leading the subsystem lifecycle from requirements and architecture definition through release
• Developing subsystem architecture, functional specifications, and high-quality RTL micro-architecture
• Driving design quality through RTL linting, CDC, RDC, and close partnership with verification, DFT, and implementation teams
• Integrating standard protocols such as UCIe, Ethernet, UALink, and AMBA into subsystem designs
• Applying low power and DFT design methodologies at the architectural level
• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to technical reviews and design excellence

The Impact You Will Have:

• Delivering high-performance digital IP subsystems that power next-generation silicon solutions
• Enabling first-time-right RTL, helping reduce verification cycles and accelerate time-to-market
• Strengthening subsystem quality, scalability, and interoperability through rigorous design practices
• Influencing architectural decisions that shape the future of digital IP design at Synopsys
• Contributing to a collaborative, innovative engineering culture through mentorship and technical leadership

What You Will Need:

• BSEE, BSCE, MSEE, MSCE, or an advanced degree, plus 8+ years of direct experience in RTL design and subsystem architecture for complex ASIC or SoC projects
• Strong expertise in RTL coding using Verilog/System Verilog, along with linting, CDC, RDC, and formal verification tools
• Experience with standard protocols such as UCIe, Ethernet, UALink, and AMBA
• Solid knowledge of low power design methodologies, DFT architecture, and the broader ASIC design flow
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional efforts from specification through silicon

Who You Are:

• A strong technical leader with a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous learning
• A clear communicator who can work effectively across diverse technical teams
• A collaborative mentor who helps raise the performance of those around you
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and driven to solve complex design challenges with quality and rigor
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-moving, high-performance environment

The Team You Will Be A Part Of:

You will join the Synopsys Digital IP Subsystem team, a group focused on delivering high-performance, reliable, and scalable digital subsystems for global customers. The team values technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation, and plays an important role in advancing Synopsys leadership in engineering solutions from silicon to systems.

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 proTop of Form

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