High-Speed Analog Design 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.

In this role, you will work on the design, development, and refinement of Multi-Gbps NRZ & PAM4 SERDES IP. You will be part of a fast-growing analog and mixed signal R&D team developing high-speed (>200Gbps) analog integrated circuits in the latest FinFET process nodes. Working from SerDes standards to block specifications, you quickly identify potential circuit architectures and successful design strategies. You will work with a cross-functional design team of analog and digital designers from a wide variety of backgrounds. Our environment is best in class with a full suite of IC design tools supplemented by custom, in-house tools supported by an experienced software/CAD team.

You Are:

You are an accomplished analog design engineer with a passion for pushing the boundaries of high-speed connectivity. You thrive on solving complex technical challenges and are energized by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class silicon solutions. Your expertise in SerDes and high-speed analog circuit design is complemented by your hands-on experience in developing, verifying, and optimizing circuits for high performance, low power, and minimal area. You are deeply familiar with the intricacies of CMOS design, and have a proven track record of successfully taping out silicon-proven designs for modern communication interfaces.

As a technical leader, you are proactive in mentoring junior engineers, sharing your knowledge, and fostering a collaborative culture of innovation. You are detail-oriented, with a rigorous approach to design documentation and verification, and you communicate complex technical concepts with clarity to both peers and customers. You are comfortable navigating the entire design flow, from architectural review and specification through layout, simulation, and silicon validation. Above all, you are motivated by the impact your work has on the industry and on the innovative products that shape the world.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Reviewing SerDes standards and architecture documents to develop comprehensive analog sub-block specifications.
• Identifying and refining circuit implementations to achieve optimal power, area, and performance targets.
• Proposing and executing design and verification strategies that leverage advanced simulator features for highest-quality design outcomes.
• Overseeing physical layout to minimize parasitic effects, device stress, and process variation, ensuring robust silicon performance.
• Collaborating closely with digital RTL engineers to develop calibration, adaptation, and control algorithms for analog circuits.
• Presenting simulation data for peer and customer reviews, effectively communicating design decisions and results.
• Mentoring and reviewing the progress of junior engineers, fostering a high-performance team environment.
• Documenting design features, test plans, and methodologies to ensure traceability and reproducibility.
• Consulting on the electrical characterization of analog circuits within the SerDes IP product portfolio.
  
  

The Impact You Will Have:

• Drive the development of industry-leading SerDes solutions that enable next-generation high-speed communication interfaces.
• Enhance product competitiveness by delivering robust, low-power, and high-performance analog blocks for global customers.
• Accelerate time-to-market by proposing efficient design and verification strategies that streamline development cycles.
• Champion best practices in layout and design for reliability, contributing to high-yield and manufacturable solutions.
• Advance the technical expertise of the broader team through mentorship and technical leadership.
• Strengthen customer trust by delivering well-documented, silicon-proven solutions and providing expert technical support.
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of Synopsys’ analog and mixed-signal IP portfolio, ensuring ongoing leadership in the semiconductor industry.
  
  

What You’ll Need:

• BS/BTech degree and 5+ years of experience in IC design, or MS/MTech with 3+ years of experience or PhD degree in a related field.
• In-depth familiarity with transistor-level circuit design and solid CMOS fundamentals.
• Silicon-proven experience implementing circuits for TX, RX, and Clock paths within SerDes architectures.
• Detailed design experience with several of the following: receive equalizers, data samplers, voltage/current-mode drivers, serializers, deserializers, voltage-controlled oscillators, phase interpolators, DLLs, PLLs, bandgap references, ADCs, and DACs.
• Expertise in optimizing FinFET CMOS layout to minimize parasitic effects and local device mismatch.
• Awareness of ESD issues and design for reliability, including electromigration, IR-drop, and aging.
• Experience using EDA tools for schematic entry, physical layout, and design verification.
• Strong knowledge of SPICE simulators and simulation methodologies.
• Proficiency in Verilog-A for analog behavioral modeling and simulation control/data capture.
• Programming experience in TCL, Perl, C, Python, or MATLAB.
  
  

Who You Are:

• Innovative, analytical, and detail-oriented problem solver.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation and documentation skills.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in multidisciplinary environments.
• Motivated mentor and coach for junior engineers.
• Adaptable to changing project requirements and new technologies.
• Self-driven and committed to continuous professional development.
  
  

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join a high-impact analog/mixed-signal design team renowned for delivering state-of-the-art SerDes IP solutions. The team’s focus is on innovation, quality, and collaboration, working closely with digital design, layout, verification, and product engineering teams. Together, you will tackle complex design challenges, develop next-generation connectivity IP, and support customers worldwide in deploying industry-leading silicon solutions.

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.

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