SOC Engineering, Staff Engineer (Physical Design)

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 14004 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 12/01/2026

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 passionate and driven Physical Design Engineer with a strong foundation in RTL2GDSII flows and a proven ability to independently own and deliver complex designs. With at least 5 years of hands-on experience in advanced technology nodes such as 7nm, 5nm, or even 3nm, you thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments and are eager to tackle new technical challenges. Your expertise spans the entire physical design spectrum—from synthesis, place & route, and clock tree synthesis (CTS) to timing optimization, static timing analysis (STA), timing closure, EMIR, and physical verification. You have experience in both block-level and full-chip floor-planning, and you’re adept at navigating timing constraints and closing timing on aggressive schedules. Your toolset includes industry-leading Synopsys solutions like Design Compiler, IC Compiler II, and PrimeTime, allowing you to deliver optimal results for high-frequency, low-power designs. 

Beyond your technical skills, you are a collaborative team player who communicates effectively across global teams, valuing diversity of thought and experience. You are motivated by problem-solving, have a keen analytical mindset, and are always seeking opportunities to automate and optimize workflows using Python, PERL, TCL, or other scripting languages. You take ownership of your work and pride yourself on delivering high-quality, robust solutions that drive organizational success. If you are excited about contributing to leading-edge silicon design and want to make a tangible impact, Synopsys is the place for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Independently own and drive full RTL2GDSII physical design implementation for advanced process nodes (7nm/5nm/3nm), ensuring successful tape-outs.
• Execute synthesis, place & route, clock tree synthesis (CTS), timing optimization, and static timing analysis (STA) to meet stringent performance and power targets.
• Perform block-level and full-chip floor-planning, physical verification, EMIR analysis, and timing closure activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies to resolve complex design challenges and ensure design quality and schedule adherence.
• Utilize and optimize Synopsys EDA tools, including Design Compiler, IC Compiler II, and PrimeTime, to deliver state-of-the-art silicon solutions.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python, PERL, TCL, or other relevant languages to streamline design flows and improve efficiency.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design methodologies and best practices, sharing insights and mentoring junior engineers as needed.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Accelerate the delivery of high-performance, low-power silicon solutions that power next-generation technology platforms worldwide.
• Enable Synopsys customers to achieve first-pass silicon success through robust and innovative physical design implementations.
• Drive technical excellence and best practices within the team, influencing the future direction of physical design methodologies at Synopsys.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture by working seamlessly with global teams and sharing technical expertise.
• Contribute to Synopsys’ leadership in EDA tools adoption, providing valuable feedback to enhance product offerings and customer satisfaction.
• Support strategic customer engagements and help expand Synopsys' presence in the semiconductor ecosystem through successful project outcomes.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (BE/BTech/MTech or equivalent) in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in physical design, particularly in advanced technology nodes (7nm/5nm/3nm).
• Comprehensive hands-on experience with RTL2GDSII flows, including synthesis, place & route, CTS, timing optimization, STA, EMIR, and physical verification.
• Proficiency with Synopsys EDA tools such as Design Compiler, IC Compiler II, and PrimeTime.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, PERL, TCL, or similar languages.
• Solid understanding of timing constraints, timing closure, and floor-planning techniques for both block-level and full-chip designs.
• Exposure to high-frequency design and low-power design methodologies.

Who You Are:

• Proactive, self-motivated, and driven to achieve technical excellence.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, comfortable working in diverse and global teams.
• Collaborative team player who values knowledge sharing and mentoring others.
• Adaptable and open to learning new technologies and methodologies in a rapidly evolving field.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a world-class team of physical design engineers at Synopsys, dedicated to delivering innovative system design solutions for our global customers. Our team thrives on collaboration, technical excellence, and a shared passion for pushing the boundaries of semiconductor design. Working closely with experts across multiple domains, you will play a key role in empowering customers to achieve their silicon goals while contributing to Synopsys’ leadership in the industry.

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.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.