ASIC Digital Design, Sr Engineer

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 an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual with a budding passion for digital design and verification. With a solid foundation in electronics engineering or computer science, you are eager to learn and grow in the field of IC/Digital Design and Verification flows. You have a basic understanding of SystemVerilog and UVM, and some experience with simulation tools. Your problem-solving skills are developing, and you are keen to explore multiple scenarios and approaches to find effective solutions. As a team player, you are ready to build productive relationships within and across teams, contributing to a collaborative and innovative environment. Your organizational skills help you manage tasks efficiently, and you are confident in your verbal and written English communication. While you may have limited professional experience, you are eager to gain proficiency in object-oriented programming languages and familiarize yourself with Unix, Python, Perl, and TCL scripting. Your exposure to collaboration tools like Sharepoint/Teams, Jira/Confluence, and P4/Git will further enhance your capability to contribute to complex projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Collaborating with the Digital Design and Verification Development team to assist in the development and validation of complex digital circuitry for high-speed interface IP.
• Supporting the conceptualization, design, integration, validation, and verification of Test Environment components, sequences, checkers, and coverage according to the Verification Plan, Team Methodology, and Group goals and objectives.
• Assisting in debugging failures from Test Environment down to RTL implementation, identifying root causes, and suggesting and implementing fixes or workarounds.
• Working with peers and superiors to improve the Test Environment, achieving the best quality and results, and learning from experienced team members.
• Analyzing metrics, providing feedback, and following through to ensure continuous improvement.
• Building productive working relationships within the team and across business groups, and participating in applicable product/project reviews.
• Preparing and presenting reports on Test Plan coverage, Quality of Results, Performance results, and more.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Contributing to the development and validation of high-quality digital circuitry for high-speed interface IP.
• Supporting the efficiency and effectiveness of the Test Environment and verification processes.
• Assisting in the overall success of projects by identifying and resolving issues promptly.
• Learning from and contributing to the skills and performance of the team through collaboration and mentorship.
• Providing valuable insights and feedback to improve product quality and performance.
• Fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment through effective communication and teamwork.

What You’ll Need:

• University degree in Electronics Engineering or Computer Science.
• Basic knowledge of IC/Digital Design and Verification flows.
• Familiarity with SystemVerilog and UVM.
• Some experience with simulation tools.
• Developing problem-solving skills with the ability to consider and describe multiple scenarios/approaches.

Who You Are:

• A team player who builds productive working relationships within and across teams.
• Organized and efficient in managing tasks and responsibilities.
• Proficient in verbal and written English communication.
• Eager to gain proficiency in object-oriented programming languages.
• Familiar with Unix, Python, Perl, and TCL scripting.
• Comfortable using collaboration tools such as Sharepoint/Teams, Jira/Confluence, and P4/Git.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of Synopsys' leading DesignWare IP portfolio team within the Solutions Group. This team, located partially in Porto, consists of Analog and Digital IC Design Engineers, Application Engineers, and Test Engineers, among others. Together, we develop an extensive IP portfolio that enables next-generation SoC designers to integrate silicon-proven functionality previously available only to large integrated device manufacturers. Our IP is licensed to leading semiconductor companies across all major markets, offering high-precision, single-function blocks to complete interface sub-systems.

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.