Layout Design, Staff Engineer

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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

A&MS Layout Engineer for the Analog and Mixed Signal IP group developing physical layout of High Speed Analog Integrated Circuits. You will be working in a team of Analog/Mixed Signal Custom Layout Design Engineers who will be working on the SerDes and Analog Mixed Signal IP blocks. You are expected to coach junior members in the team and also use innovative approaches when drawing layout so that it helps the layout to be ported easily between different process nodes. To be successful in the role, you should be able to develop and maintain schedules while being proficient in understanding the complexities involved in High Speed Analog Layout design. Receives little to no instructions on day-to-day work, occasionally receives general instructions on new assignments and projects. Determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is independent and collaborative in nature. Provides regular updates to manager on project status. Frequently networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise. You should also have a strong desire to learn and explore new technologies while demonstrating good analysis and problem solving skills. Prior knowledge and experience in CAD tool usage is a must; specifically, Custom Designer/Cadence Virtuoso, Calibre, ICV, Hercules, STAR-RXCT.
Desired Skills:

In depth familiarity with layout of analog and mixed signal CMOS circuits
Exposure to Analog/Mixed Signal circuit layout (i.e RX, TX, PLL, etc..)
Familiarity with Custom digital layout (i.e high speed logic paths)
Aware of layout techniques to mitigate ESD, latchup
Knowledge of layout effects (like matching, proximity effects etc)
Knowledge of design for reliability (i.e EM, IR etc..)
Knowledge of rules for advanced technology nodes across multiple foundries (SEC, TSMC, GF, Intel)
Knowledge of DFM Rules for advanced technology nodes (16nm and below)
Strong debugging, analytical and trouble shooting skills
Excellent documentation and communication skills

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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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Health & Wellness

Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.
Time Away

In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.
Family Support

Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.
ESPP

Purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back.
Retirement Plans

Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.
Compensation

Competitive salaries.

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