SOC Physical Design Engineer, Staff

Austin, Sunnyvale, Boulder, Chandler, Hillsboro, Raleigh

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 a SOC Physical Design Engineer, Staff, you are a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of the full SOC design cycle, particularly focusing on physical design. You are proficient in Synopsys tools and have a strong track record of delivering high-quality tape-outs. You excel in a collaborative environment, working well with cross-functional teams to meet SOC development objectives. Your experience spans various technology nodes, and you are adept at managing complex IP sub-systems. You bring a proactive approach, recognizing and mitigating risks while ensuring high standards of quality. Your ability to obtain government security clearances is preferred, as this role involves working on Aerospace and Government customer SOC programs. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Implementing SOC physical design from RTL to GDSII.
• Working on SOC top-level and block-level physical design implementation and design closure.
• Developing and improving methodologies and flows within Synopsys and customer environments.
• Collaborating with customer teams, acting as an extension of their design team.
• Managing top-level floor-planning, bump-maps, RDL IO Pad/Ring creation/verification, and power grid creation/verification.
• Defining sign-off requirements and margins based on Foundry technology requirements.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Contributing to the successful implementation and design closure of SOC projects.
• Enhancing Synopsys' reputation for delivering high-quality silicon solutions.
• Driving innovation in SOC physical design methodologies and flows.
• Ensuring first-time right silicon through meticulous design and verification processes.
• Supporting the advancement of Aerospace and Government SOC programs.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve customer satisfaction and project success.

What You’ll Need:

• BS or MS with 5+ years of experience in SOC physical design.
• Proficiency with Synopsys tools such as DC, DCG, DC TOPO, Fusion Compiler/ICC2, and Lynx.
• Experience with top-level floor-planning, clocking methodologies, and power grid creation/verification.
• Understanding of DFT structures, formal verification, and UPF flows.
• Experience with GlobalFoundries, TSMC, and Samsung technology nodes.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative team player who works well in cross-functional environments.
• A proactive problem solver with a keen eye for detail.
• Adaptable and able to manage risks and contingency plans effectively.
• Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement.
• Capable of working independently and driving projects to successful completion.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join our System Solutions Group, which focuses on integrating more capabilities into an SOC faster. Our team provides world-class design services, from specification to GDSII, for all areas of SOC development. We work closely with customers to meet their unique performance, power, and die size requirements, ensuring high-quality standards and successful project outcomes.

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 process.

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.