Hardware Test & Validation 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 a creative, enthusiastic, and talented engineer with a passion for technology and innovation. You have a strong academic background in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, and ideally you bring at least one year of relevant experience to the table. You are well-versed in microelectronics, mixed-signal IC concepts, and both digital and analog circuits. Your understanding of transmission lines and s-parameters is solid, and you possess practical knowledge of Verilog, Python, and Matlab. Your familiarity with UNIX operating systems and scripting, coupled with your hands-on experience with laboratory bench instruments, makes you an ideal candidate for this role.

You thrive in a collaborative environment and are a proactive and supportive team player. Your continuous improvement mindset drives you to constantly seek better ways to accomplish tasks and solve problems. You are detail-oriented and possess strong troubleshooting and debugging skills. Your ability to understand test specifications, datasheets, and circuit schematics is exceptional, and you excel in reporting and documentation. You are committed to following quality processes and working closely with hardware engineers to improve or create new test setups.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Characterizing Mixed-Signal Integrated Circuits with Synopsys IP.
• Designing and implementing laboratory test setups.
• Utilizing high-end laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, arbitrary waveform generators, and network analyzers.
• Troubleshooting and debugging complex issues.
• Understanding and interpreting test specifications, datasheets, and circuit schematics.
• Reporting and documenting test results and processes.
• Following quality processes to ensure high standards.
• Collaborating with hardware engineers to enhance or develop new test setups.
• Providing support to internal teams and customers.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Enhancing the performance and reliability of Synopsys IP products.
• Contributing to the development of cutting-edge technology in the semiconductor industry.
• Ensuring high-quality standards in product testing and validation.
• Supporting innovation and continuous improvement in test setups and processes.
• Providing critical insights and feedback to hardware engineering teams.
• Helping Synopsys maintain its leadership in the high-tech industry.

What You’ll Need:

• BSc in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Knowledge of microelectronics, mixed-signal IC concepts, and digital and analog circuits.
• Understanding of transmission lines and s-parameters.
• Proficiency in Verilog, Python, and Matlab.
• Experience with UNIX operating systems and scripting.
• Familiarity with laboratory bench instruments.

Who You Are:

You are a proactive and supportive team player with a passion for technology and innovation. You have a continuous improvement mindset and are always looking for ways to enhance processes and solve problems. You are detail-oriented, with strong troubleshooting and debugging skills, and you excel in understanding and interpreting technical documentation. You are committed to maintaining high-quality standards and enjoy collaborating with others to achieve common goals.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of the Synopsys Laboratory Team in Porto, Portugal, which is part of a worldwide team responsible for the test and characterization of several IP products, such as HDMI, DP, and MIPI (CDPHY, DPHY, MPHY). This team focuses on ensuring the high performance and reliability of Synopsys IP products through rigorous testing and validation processes.

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.