Layout Design, Staff Engineer

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Engineering

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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

About Synopsys:
Synopsys technology is at the heart of innovations that are changing the way people work and play. Self-driving cars. Machines that learn. Lightning-fast communication across billions of devices in the datasphere. These breakthroughs are ushering in the era of Smart Everything―where devices are getting smarter and connected, and security is an integral part of the design.

Synopsys Multi-Protocol 112G PHY IP is part of Synopsys’ high performance multi-rate transceiver portfolio for high-end networking and high performance computing applications. The area-efficient PHY provides a low active and standby power solution that supports multiple electrical standards, including PCI Express® (PCIe®) 6.0, 1G to 112Gbps electrical PHY for 400G/800G Ethernet, Cache Coherent Interconnect for Accelerators (CCIX), Compute Express Link (CXL), JESD204C, CPRI, SATA, and other industry-standard interconnect protocols. Using leading-edge design, analysis, simulation, and measurement techniques, the multi-protocol 112G PHY delivers signal integrity and jitter performance that exceeds the standards electrical specifications.

Job Description:
As a part of our team you will be responsible for delivering fully-verified, clean layout. This includes the following: - Crafting sophisticated layout for mixed signal and analog circuits in deep sub-micron CMOS technologies. - Reviewing and analyzing floorplans and intricate circuits with circuit designers. - Running complete sets of design verification tools available on AMS blocks. - Working with the circuit design team to plan/schedule work and coordinate vital layout tradeoffs as needed. - Interpreting LVS, DRC and ERC reports to find the fastest way to complete layout. - Exceeding engineering specifications and expectations by working closely with the circuit design team. - Applying sophisticated CAD tools and mask design knowledge to deliver accurate and robust layout that matches performance, area and power requirements.

Requirements :
B.Tech/M.Tech with 5+ years of relevant experience
Proven experience in analog/mixed-signal layout design of deep sub-micron CMOS circuits
Experience in implementing analog layouts to achieve tight matching, low noise, and low power consumption. Layouts may include data converters, PLLs, analog blocks, resistors, capacitors, pad IOs, ESD structures, etc.
High level of proficiency in custom and standard cell based floor-planning and hierarchical layout assembly.
Must understand techniques for leading IR drop, RC delay, electro-migration, self heating and coupling capacitance.
Must recognize failure prone circuit and layout structures, have experience with analog and DFM standard methodologies, and proactively work with circuit designer to identify the best approach to solving problems.
Deep proficiency in interpretation of DRC, ERC, LVS, etc. reports.
Excellent communication skills and able to work with multi-functional teams.

In addition, the candidate should be a team player with good problem solving and interpersonal skills.
Inclusion and Diversity are important to us at Synopsys. Synopsys considers all applicant for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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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Health & Wellness

Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.
Time Away

In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.
Family Support

Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.
ESPP

Purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back.
Retirement Plans

Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.
Compensation

Competitive salaries.

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