Senior Staff Mixed- Signal 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:

An experienced and passionate Analog Design Engineer with a proven track record in developing high-speed analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. You excel in both theoretical knowledge and practical application, and you thrive in a collaborative environment. Your expertise in transistor-level circuit design and FinFET technologies makes you a valuable asset to any cross-functional design team. You are meticulous in your approach to design, verification, and documentation, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of your circuits. Your strong communication skills enable you to present complex simulation data clearly and consult effectively on electrical characterization.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Reviewing JEDEC standards to develop analog and mixed-signal sub-block specifications
• Identifying and refining circuit architectures to achieve optimal power, area, performance, and ESD targets
• Proposing design and verification strategies
• Overseeing physical layout to minimize the effect of parasitics, device stress, process variation, and ESD/Latch-Up protection
• Presenting simulation data for peer and customer review
• Documenting design features and test plans
• Consulting on the electrical characterization of your circuit within the IP product

The Impact You Will Have:

• Contributing to the development of next-generation high-speed analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits
• Enhancing the performance and reliability of DDR/LPDDR PHY, HBM PHY, UCIe PHY, and Mobile Storage PHY IPs
• Driving innovation in circuit design and verification methodologies
• Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the design process through advanced tools and techniques
• Collaborating with a diverse team of engineers to achieve common goals
• Ensuring the successful integration and characterization of your designs within the final product

What You’ll Need:

• PhD with 7 years of experience or MSc with 10+ years of analog design experience
• In-depth familiarity with transistor-level circuit design and sound CMOS design fundamentals
• Experience with FinFET technologies
• Detailed design experience with at least one, and familiarity with several other DDR or SerDes sub-circuits
• Experience with ESD protection and ESD network analysis and debug
• Familiarity with custom digital design and high-speed logic paths
• Knowledge of design for reliability and layout effects
• Experience with tools for schematic entry, physical layout, and design verification
• Hands-on experience with physical layout of high-speed circuits is a plus
• Knowledge of SPICE simulators and simulation methods
• Proficiency in Verilog-A for analog behavioral modeling and simulation-control/data-capture
• Experience with scripting languages like TCL, Perl, C, Python, MATLAB
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Who You Are:

• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Detail-oriented and meticulous
• Innovative and forward-thinking
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communicator
• Adaptable and flexible

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of an R&D Memory Phys highly specialized Advanced Circuit Group working on developing next-generation high-speed analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits. The team comprises analog and digital designers from diverse backgrounds, collaborating to push the boundaries of technology. Our design environment is best-in-class, featuring a full suite of IC design tools, custom in-house tools, and support from an experienced software/CAD team.

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:

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.

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.