Staff Analog IC Designer Engineer

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 a seasoned professional with a profound understanding of analog design, particularly in high-speed PHY. Your expertise in transistor-level circuit design, coupled with a deep familiarity with various SerDes sub-circuits, positions you as an invaluable asset to any team. You thrive in environments where you can exercise independent judgment and lead projects, guiding junior engineers to success. Your communication skills are top-notch, enabling you to present complex simulation data clearly and effectively. You are proactive in proposing design and verification strategies, always aiming for optimal power, area, and performance targets. Your experience with tools for schematic entry, physical layout, and design verification is extensive, and you are well-versed in SPICE simulators and simulation methods. You are not just an engineer but a visionary, ready to push the boundaries of what’s possible in analog design.

• Reviewing SerDes standards to develop analog top and sub-block specifications.
• Driving projects and guiding junior engineers.
• Identifying and refining circuit architectures to achieve optimal power, area, and performance targets.
• Proposing design and verification strategies that efficiently use simulator features to ensure the highest quality design.
• Overseeing physical layout to minimize the effect of parasitics, device stress, and process variation.
• Reviewing and presenting simulation data for peer and customer review.
• Defining and documenting design features and test plans.
• Proposing solutions for post-silicon design updates.

• Ensuring the development of high-quality analog designs that meet industry standards.
• Leading and mentoring junior engineers to foster their growth and enhance team capabilities.
• Driving innovation in circuit architectures to push the limits of power efficiency and performance.
• Enhancing the reliability and robustness of designs through meticulous verification strategies.
• Optimizing physical layouts to ensure minimal parasitic effects and device stress.
• Delivering clear and comprehensive simulation data presentations to facilitate informed decision-making.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical field.
• BSEE degree and 3+ years of experience in IC design, or MSEE (or PhD) with 1+ years of experience.
• Design experience in high-speed PHY.
• In-depth familiarity with transistor-level circuit design and sound CMOS design fundamentals.
• Design experience with various SerDes sub-circuits, including receive equalizers, samplers, voltage/current-mode drivers, serializers, deserializers, voltage-controlled oscillators, phase mixers, delay-locked loops, phase-locked loops, bandgap references, ADCs, and DACs.
• Familiarity with custom digital design and knowledge of design for reliability.
• Expertise in layout effects and experience with tools for schematic entry, physical layout, and design verification.
• Proficiency in SPICE simulators and simulation methods.
• Knowledgeable in Verilog-A for analog behavioral modeling and simulation-control/data-capture.
• Experience with scripting languages such as TCL, Perl, C, Python, MATLAB is desired.
• Hands-on experience with the physical layout of high-speed circuits is a plus.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

You are a detail-oriented, innovative thinker with a passion for analog design. Your ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers is matched by your technical expertise and problem-solving skills. You are proactive, always looking for ways to improve design and verification processes. Your communication skills enable you to convey complex technical information effectively, and you are committed to delivering high-quality work that meets industry standards.

You will be part of a dynamic and innovative team focused on advancing analog design technologies. This team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in high-speed PHY and related areas. Collaboration, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence are the hallmarks of this team. Together, you will work on cutting-edge projects that have a significant impact on the industry and beyond.

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.

Mississauga or Ottawa area

Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com.