R&D Sr. Manager, Analog Design

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 10872 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 30/04/2025

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:

A passionate and experienced leader in analog design, ready to take on the challenge of managing and mentoring a high-performing team of engineers. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a proven track record of delivering cutting-edge SERDES IP solutions. Your deep understanding of high-speed analog integrated circuits, combined with your ability to guide cross-functional teams, makes you an invaluable asset. You are a problem solver who can quickly identify optimal circuit architectures and design strategies, ensuring the success of complex projects. Your leadership style fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and you are committed to developing and retaining top engineering talent. With your expertise in advanced FinFET CMOS processes and your ability to navigate the challenges of high-speed I/O design, you are ready to make a significant impact at Synopsys.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing and mentoring a team of senior engineers focused on high-speed SERDES IP development across multiple projects.
• Defining architecture specifications and circuit implementation requirements for next-generation SERDES PHY IPs.
• Ensuring adherence to project schedules, quality metrics, and power/area targets through effective team oversight.
• Identifying and refining circuit architectures to achieve optimal power, area, and performance targets.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including digital design, physical design, and CAD, to integrate analog IP components.
• Partnering with process engineering teams to enable robust analog IP across advanced FinFET nodes.
• Driving continuous design methodology improvements and adopting the latest EDA tools and flows.
• Hiring, developing, and retaining top analog engineering talent through active mentorship.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Delivering high-performance SERDES IP solutions that meet or exceed industry standards.
• Driving innovation in analog design methodologies and tools to maintain Synopsys' leadership in the market.
• Ensuring the successful integration of analog IP components into complex system-on-chip (SoC) designs.
• Enabling robust and reliable analog IP solutions across advanced FinFET nodes.
• Contributing to the development of next-generation technologies that power the Era of Pervasive Intelligence.
• Building and nurturing a high-performing team of engineers who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of analog design.

What You’ll Need:

• MSc with 8+ years of IC design experience, with a strong background in SERDES architectures.
• 2+ years of people management experience leading high-performance analog design teams.
• Expertise in transistor-level circuit design and CMOS design fundamentals.
• Proven experience in high-speed I/O design, including CDR, DFE, CTLE, EQ, and decision feedback equalizer design techniques.
• Hands-on experience with analog/mixed-signal design flows, tools, and modeling.
• Deep understanding of FinFET transistor characteristics and design challenges at advanced nodes.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Who You Are:

• A collaborative leader who inspires and motivates cross-functional teams.
• A strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• A lifelong learner who stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in analog design and EDA tools.
• A mentor who is passionate about developing and retaining top engineering talent.
• A problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a fast-growing analog and mixed-signal R&D team dedicated to developing high-speed analog integrated circuits in the latest FinFET CMOS processes. This team is composed of talented engineers from diverse backgrounds, working collaboratively to deliver cutting-edge SERDES IP solutions. Supported by a best-in-class design environment and an experienced software/CAD team, you will have the tools and resources needed to succeed.

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.

Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com.