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Senior Firmware ASIC Digital Design

Porto Salvo, Lisbon District, Portugal
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Overview

Our Hardware Engineers at Synopsys are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. They work on intricate tasks such as chip architecture, circuit design, and verification to ensure the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor products. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technology and enabling innovations in various industries.

Job Description

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 14986 Date Posted 28/01/2026


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 talented and passionate engineer with a deep interest in digital design and verification, eager to advance your career and make an impact in the semiconductor industry. You thrive in a collaborative environment, working alongside a diverse team of analog and digital IC design engineers. Your academic foundation in electronics engineering or computer science is complemented by hands-on experience with IC design flows. You have a knack for breaking down complex technical challenges, applying both analytical thinking and creativity to deliver innovative solutions.

You are comfortable engaging in verification activities and silicon debugges, learning from more experienced colleagues, and actively contributing your insights. As a strong communicator, you can clearly present your findings and contribute to technical reports and project reviews. Teamwork is at the core of your work ethic, and you know how to build productive relationships across multidisciplinary teams. Above all, you are driven by a willingness to learn, adapt, and grow, embracing new technologies and methodologies as the industry evolves.

Your organizational skills and project management acumen allow you to balance multiple priorities efficiently, ensuring that deliverables meet the highest standards. You are proactive, reliable, and always looking for opportunities to streamline processes and enhance outcomes. With strong English communication skills, you engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders in a global environment. If you are excited by the prospect of developing high-speed interface IP and contributing to cutting-edge SoC solutions, this role is your opportunity to shine.


What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Collaborating within a Digital and Verification Development team to design and validate complex digital mix-signal high-speed interface IP;
  • Engaging in hands-on verification tasks, leveraging guidance from senior engineers and applying best-in-class methodologies;
  • Building and nurturing productive working relationships across analog and digital design teams:
  • Participating in product and project reviews, providing technical input and feedback to drive project success;
  • Preparing and presenting comprehensive reports that summarize technical project outcomes, milestones, and challenges.
  •  Opportunities to be part of firmware developing team for silicon debugges;
  • Contributing to project management efforts, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met efficiently.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Accelerating the development of next-generation SoC solutions by delivering high-quality digital design and verification expertise;
  • Enabling leading semiconductor companies to integrate high-precision, silicon-proven IP into market-defining products;
  • Enhancing the reliability and performance of PCIe and other high-speed interface IP products used across global industries;
  • Supporting Synopsys’ reputation as the partner of choice for advanced semiconductor IP solutions;
  • Driving technical excellence and innovation within the IP Design Team and broader engineering community;
  • Facilitating knowledge sharing and continuous improvement through collaboration and effective communication.


What You’ll Need:

  • University degree in electronics engineering or computer science;
  • At least 5 years in the same field/role;
  • Deep knowledge of IC design flows and methodologies, particularly for semiconductors;
  • Experience with digital and analog design principles; familiarity with verification tools and environments;
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare and present technical reports and project documentation;
  • Project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple technical deliverables.


Who You Are:

  • Curious and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies;
  • Strong team player who values collaboration and open communication;
  • Highly organized, able to manage time and priorities effectively;
  • Analytical problem solver with a proactive and adaptable mindset;
  • Excellent communicator in English, both written and verbal.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a dynamic IP Design Team within Synopsys’ IP Group, staffed with both analog and digital IC design engineers. The team’s focus is on developing high-performance, silicon-proven IP that empowers next-generation SoC designers to integrate advanced functionality efficiently. Our extensive IP portfolio is licensed to leading semiconductor companies across all major markets, with particular emphasis on delivering high-precision and leading-edge PCIe products. The team values innovation, collaboration, and continuous technical growth.


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. 

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

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Benefits

At Synopsys, innovation is driven by our incredible team around the world. We feel honored to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals who choose to make a difference here every day. We're proud to provide the comprehensive benefits and rewards that our team truly deserves.

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