Staff Layout Design Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 16502 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 03/23/2026

• Drive layout development for high-speed SerDes physical interfaces and complex analog/mixed-signal CMOS blocks.
• Lead the complete layout design process, including floorplanning, verification, and quality assurance, with a strong emphasis on reliability and manufacturability.
• Port designs across multiple foundry nodes, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with technology-specific requirements.
• Implement advanced techniques for signal integrity, ESD, and latch-up mitigation, such as differential routing, shielding, and biasing.
• Collaborate closely with design, verification, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust and scalable layout solutions.
• Utilize Synopsys EDA tools and scripting languages (TCL, Python) to automate layout tasks and optimize workflow efficiency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing best practices in layout design and verification.

• Enable Synopsys customers to achieve higher performance and reliability in their silicon designs.
• Accelerate the time-to-market for cutting-edge semiconductor products by delivering high-quality, manufacturable layouts.
• Enhance the robustness and scalability of Synopsys IP through meticulous attention to detail and innovative design solutions.
• Drive advancements in deep submicron CMOS technology adoption and integration.
• Foster a collaborative environment that supports knowledge sharing, mentorship, and professional growth.
• Support Synopsys’ leadership in chip design and verification by contributing to the development of industry-leading IP blocks.

• MSc in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in analog and mixed-signal CMOS layout, including high-speed SerDes interfaces.
• Deep knowledge of deep submicron CMOS technologies and design for reliability (EM/IR, matching, proximity effects).
• Proficiency in layout floorplanning, porting designs across foundry nodes, and implementing signal integrity and ESD mitigation strategies.
• Experience with custom digital and high-speed digital layout, as well as Synopsys EDA tools.
• Strong skills in UNIX environments, including shell scripting and command-line operations.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as TCL and Python.

• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective collaborator who values diverse perspectives and fosters inclusive teamwork.
• Adaptable and open to new challenges, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership and pride in delivering high-quality work.

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