Synopsys Inc

Layout Design, Staff Engineer-17931

Synopsys Inc$100K — $130K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent
  • 5+ years of experience in analog and mixed-signal CMOS layout design
  • Expertise in deep submicron CMOS technologies
  • Proficiency in layout floor planning and verification using industry-standard EDA tools
  • Strong knowledge of signal integrity and ESD mitigation techniques
  • Familiarity with UNIX systems and scripting languages such as TCL or Python
  • Experience with Synopsys EDA tools is highly desirable

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement complex analog and mixed-signal CMOS circuit layouts
  • Collaborate with circuit designers to create manufacturable layouts
  • Perform floor planning and thorough design verification
  • Apply techniques to mitigate signal integrity and latch-up risks
  • Optimize layouts for performance and reliability
  • Support design porting across multiple foundry nodes
  • Document layout methodologies and validation results

Benefits

  • Comprehensive range of health and wellness benefits
  • Financial benefits to support employee needs
  • Monetary and non-monetary rewards
  • Details provided during the hiring process
Full Job Description
Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

You Are:
You are a passionate and detail-oriente d Layout Design Engineer with a strong foundation in analog and mixed-signal CMOS circuit layout. You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to the development of high-speed SerDes physical interfaces and supporting analog blocks. You possess a deep understanding of transistor-lev el design, deep submicron CMOS technologies, and the nuances of layout effects and reliability. Your expertise extends to floor planning, layout entry, and quality validation, and you are adept at designing for portability across multiple foundry nodes. You are familiar with signal integrity challenges, ESD and latch-up mitigation, and have a keen eye for optimizing layouts for performance and reliability. If you are looking to make a tangible impact in a global, innovative company and are excited to work alongside talented professionals from around the world, Synopsys is the place for you.

What You'll Be Doing:
* Designing and implementing complex analog and mixed-signal CMOS circuit layouts, with a focus on high-speed SerDes physical interfaces.
* Collaborating with circuit designers to translate schematics into robust, manufacturable layouts that meet performance, power, and area requirements.
* Performing floor planning, layout entry, and comprehensive verification to ensure design quality and compliance with foundry rules.
* Applying advanced techniques to mitigate signal integrity issues, ESD, and latch-up risks, including differential routing, shielding, and substrate biasing.
* Optimizing layouts for reliability, matching, and minimizing parasitic effects such as EM and IR drop.
* Supporting design porting activities to enable seamless migration of layouts across multiple foundry nodes and technology platforms.
* Documenting layout methodologies, best practices, and validation results to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

What You'll Need:
* Bachelor or advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or equivalent) with a solid background in transistor-lev el design.
* 5+ years of experience in analog and mixed-signal CMOS layout design, including complex integrated circuits.
* Expertise in deep submicron CMOS technologies and layout effects (matching, reliability, proximity, EM, IR, etc.).
* Proficiency in layout floor planning, verification, and quality validation using industry-stand ard EDA tools.
* Strong knowledge of signal integrity, ESD, and latch-up mitigation techniques.
* Familiarity with UNIX operating systems and scripting languages (TCL, Python) is a plus.
* Experience with Synopsys EDA tools is highly desirable.

Who You Are:
* Detail-oriente d and quality-focuse d, with a commitment to delivering robust and reliable designs.
* Excellent communicator, able to articulate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
* Collaborative team player who builds productive relationships and networks effectively.
* S elf-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
* Strong problem-solvin g skills and critical judgment, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
* Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies.

The Impact You Will Have:
* Accelerate the development of cutting-edge silicon IP, enabling faster integration of advanced capabilities into SoCs.
* Enhance the performance, reliability, and manufacturabil ity of high-speed interface solutions for next-generatio n applications.
* Reduce time-to-market and risk for customers by delivering high-quality, validated layout designs.
* Contribute to the innovation of analog and mixed-signal design methodologies within a global team.
* Support the creation of differentiated products that power the Era of Smart Everything, from AI to IoT and beyond.
* Foster a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence within the team and across the organization.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:
You will join a dynamic, international team focused on developing high-speed SerDes physical interfaces and supporting analog blocks for advanced SoC solutions. Our team values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, working closely with circuit designers, verification engineers, and global partners to deliver industry-leadi ng silicon IP. We foster a supportive environment where knowledge sharing and continuous learning are encouraged, and where your contributions will directly impact the success of our products and customers.
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 Comp & benefits during the hiring process.
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About Synopsys Inc

Synopsys, Inc. is an American electronic design automation company that focuses on silicon design and verification, silicon intellectual property and software security and quality. Products include logic synthesis, behavioral synthesis, place and route, static timing analysis, formal verification, hardware description language (SystemC, SystemVerilog/Verilog, VHDL) simulators, as well as transistor-level circuit simulation. The simulators include development and debugging environments which assist in the design of the logic for chips and computer systems.
Learn more about Synopsys Inc
Size
16,361 employees
Market Cap
$48.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$722.6 million
Founded
1986
5 Year Trend
+13.3%
Revenue
$3.8 billion
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