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Principal Mixed-Signal Design Engineer

Boxborough, Massachusetts, United States
Engineering
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Overview

Our Hardware Engineers at Synopsys are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. They work on intricate tasks such as chip architecture, circuit design, and verification to ensure the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor products. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technology and enabling innovations in various industries.

Job Description

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 6419 Base Salary Range $159000-$238000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 10/11/2024

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:

As an experienced Analog Mixed-Signal I/O designer, you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation. You have a strong background in electrical engineering, with extensive experience in high-speed or memory interfaces, including mixed-signal design and off-chip signaling. Your expertise in designing high-speed I/Os, such as receivers, transmitters, transceivers, CTLE, and DFE circuits, sets you apart. You possess a solid understanding of analog principles and designs, including bandgaps, LDO regulators, current mirrors, DLL/PLLs, and are well-versed in signal-integrity and power integrity principles. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working effectively across multi-site teams to communicate ideas, solve problems, and find technical solutions. Your troubleshooting and debugging skills for memory interfaces are exceptional, and you are driven to contribute to the design of critical components in AI systems.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Collaborating with cross-functional Analog Mixed-Signal design teams to create next-generation HBM interfaces.
  • Designing high-speed I/Os, including receivers, transmitters, transceivers, CTLE, and DFE circuits.
  • Ensuring robust signal-integrity and power integrity in your designs.
  • Troubleshooting and debugging memory interfaces to identify and resolve issues.
  • Communicating and collaborating with experts around the world to design best-in-class IP.
  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of design methodologies and processes.

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Driving the innovation and development of high-performance silicon chips for AI systems.
  • Ensuring the reliability and efficiency of high-bandwidth memory interfaces.
  • Enhancing the overall performance of Synopsys' IP products.
  • Contributing to the success of multi-site, cross-functional design teams.
  • Improving design methodologies and processes for future projects.
  • Shaping the future of technology through cutting-edge analog and mixed-signal designs.

What You’ll Need:

  • MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience with high-speed or memory interfaces, including mixed-signal design and off-chip signaling.
  • Experience in designing high-speed I/Os, such as receivers, transmitters, transceivers, CTLE, and DFE circuits.
  • Solid understanding of analog principles and designs, including bandgaps, LDO regulators, current mirrors, DLL/PLLs.
  • Strong knowledge of signal-integrity and power-integrity principles.

Who You Are:

  • An effective communicator who excels in a collaborative, multi-site team environment.
  • A problem-solver with a knack for troubleshooting and debugging complex memory interfaces.
  • A detail-oriented engineer with a passion for pushing technological boundaries.
  • A proactive individual who takes initiative and works independently on new or special assignments.
  • A strategic thinker who contributes to the achievement of organizational objectives.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

Join our High Bandwidth Memory interface design team, a group of dedicated professionals focused on creating best-in-class IP for AI systems. Collaborate with experts around the world in our leading IP provider company, working together to drive innovation and shape the future of technology.

Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military veteran status, or disability.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.

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Benefits

At Synopsys, innovation is driven by our incredible team around the world. We feel honored to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals who choose to make a difference here every day. We're proud to provide the comprehensive benefits and rewards that our team truly deserves.

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Hiring Journey at Synopsys

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When you apply to join us, your resume, skills, and experience are first reviewed for consideration.

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Once your resume has been selected, a recruiter and/or hiring manager will reach out to learn more about you, share more about the role, and answer any questions you might have.

Interview

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Offer

Congratulations! When you have been selected for the role, your recruiter will reach out to make you a verbal offer (a written offer will follow your conversation), and we hope you accept!

Onboarding

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Welcome!

Once you’ve joined, your manager, team, and a peer buddy will help you get acclimated. Over the next few weeks, you’ll be invited to join activities and training to help you ramp up for a successful future at Synopsys!

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