Layout Design, Sr Staff Engineer
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
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 a highly skilled and experienced professional with a passion for analog and mixed signal layout design. With over a decade of experience in this field, you possess a strong foundation in electrical and electronic fundamentals, combined with a keen understanding of semiconductor device physics. Your expertise extends across various technologies, including CMOS and FINFET, and you are well-versed in CMOS fabrication technology and the impacts of deep sub-micron effects on layout. You have a robust knowledge of electro-migration, reliability concepts, and ESD/LUP principles, applying these to ensure optimal layout design. You are proficient in using EDA tools for custom mixed signal layout flows and have a proven track record of planning, estimating, scheduling, and executing projects to meet tight deadlines. Your ability to troubleshoot and resolve physical verification issues, coupled with your attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills, makes you a valuable asset to any team. You thrive in a collaborative environment, effectively communicating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of projects. Your passion for learning and exploring new techniques keeps you at the forefront of technological advancements in layout design.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Design and development of transistor to macro level analog and mixed signal layout.
- Device level floorplan, placement, routing, and physical verification.
- Troubleshoot physical verification issues to achieve clean and desired results.
- Create and review layout documents to ensure they meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
- Plan, estimate area/time, schedule, delegate tasks, and execute to meet project milestones in a multi-project environment.
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams for successful project execution.
The Impact You Will Have:
- Contribute to the design and development of high-performance silicon chips.
- Ensure the reliability and functionality of analog and mixed signal layouts.
- Drive innovation by applying advanced knowledge of semiconductor technologies.
- Enhance the quality and efficiency of layout design processes.
- Support the successful delivery of projects within tight deadlines.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve organizational goals.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in Analog and Mixed Signal Circuit Layout.
- Experience in Analog Layout Flow from Device placement to GDS release.
- Strong knowledge of Electrical and Electronic fundamentals.
- Proficiency in EDA tools for custom mixed signal layout flows.
- Understanding of electro-migration, reliability concepts, and ESD/LUP principles.
- Experience in planning, estimating, scheduling, and executing projects.
Who You Are:
- Self-directed and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Effective communicator with cross-functional teams.
- Passionate about learning and exploring new techniques.
- Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic.
- Innovative thinker with a commitment to quality and excellence.
The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:
You will join a dynamic and innovative team focused on the design and development of cutting-edge analog and mixed signal layouts. Our team thrives on collaboration and continuous learning, driving technological advancements that shape the future of semiconductor technology. Together, we work towards achieving excellence in layout design and delivering high-performance solutions to our clients.
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.
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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Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.
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Time Away
In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.
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Family Support
Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.
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Retirement Plans
Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.
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Compensation
Competitive salaries.
** Benefits vary by country and region - check with your recruiter to confirm
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