Test & Validation Engineering, 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 budding engineer with a solid foundation in electronic engineering and a keen interest in testing and validation. Your academic background and any practical experience you have gained through internships or projects make you a promising candidate for our team. You are eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment, working with experienced designers and engineers. Your willingness to develop your skills in debugging, software programming, and understanding communication interfaces sets you apart. You are detail-oriented, possess good communication skills, and are excited about contributing to cutting-edge technology development.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assisting in testing silicon implementations of high-speed analog integrated circuits.
• Supporting the analysis and debugging of silicon under test, along with the supporting hardware.
• Running characterization tests and helping to create detailed test reports.
• Helping design and create test boards and hardware solutions to support test, debug, and characterization processes.
• Applying theoretical knowledge to assist in analyzing and explaining circuit behavior and limitations in a testing environment.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Contributing to the reliability and performance of high-speed SerDes PHYs through hands-on testing and validation.
• Supporting the development of innovative solutions for high-speed analog integrated circuits.
• Enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of our R&D test lab operations.
• Providing valuable support to the design team with your analysis and feedback on circuit performance.
• Helping to drive continuous improvement in test methodologies and hardware solutions.
• Playing a key role in delivering high-quality products that meet industry standards and customer expectations.

What You’ll Need:

• A degree in Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Basic knowledge of Analog IC circuits.
• Familiarity with debugging techniques and tools.
• Understanding of SerDes test concepts (preferred but not required).
• Exposure to software programming (MATLAB, Python preferred).
• Basic knowledge of FPGA programming (Verilog preferred).
• Familiarity with interface protocols such as Ethernet, PCIe, SATA, and USB3.1 (preferred but not required).
• Basic knowledge of PCB design (Altium Designer preferred).
• Understanding of communication interfaces such as JTAG, I2C, and SPI (preferred but not required).
• Good English communication skills.

Who You Are:

You are a detail-oriented, eager-to-learn individual with a strong foundation in electronic engineering and an interest in testing and validation. Your ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and your good communication skills make you a valuable addition to any project. You are proactive, resourceful, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will be part of a dynamic R&D team developing high-speed SerDes PHYs. Our team consists of talented analog designers and hardware engineers from diverse backgrounds. You will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art high-speed test equipment, including 50 GHz oscilloscopes, 67GHz network analyzers, and 64Gb/s BERTs, to test and debug SerDes.

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.