ASIC Digital Design, Sr Staff Engineer - 18038

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 a passionate and driven ASIC Digital Design engineer with a deep understanding of high-speed digital and mixed-signal interfaces. You thrive when collaborating with diverse, cross‑functional teams and excel in fast-paced, technically challenging environments. Your expertise in RTL design and physical implementation enables you to create innovative solutions that push the boundaries of semiconductor technology. You have a proven track record of tackling complex technical problems, from architecture through to silicon debug, and you’re adept at translating high-level requirements into high-quality, production-ready RTL. Your communication skills—both written and verbal—are exceptional, allowing you to clearly articulate technical concepts and collaborate effectively across global teams. You embrace learning and continuous improvement, eagerly adopting new tools and methodologies to optimize results. With 7‑10 years of hands‑on experience in ASIC design, you’re confident in your ability to lead technical efforts, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the advancement of industry-leading memory IP. You bring a positive, solutions-oriented mindset, and are motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible impact on next‑generation computing and connectivity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing and delivering RTL designs for High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) PHY IP, working at the intersection of digital, mixed‑signal, and analog domains.
• Translating architectural requirements and industry standard specifications into robust, high-performance RTL implementations using SystemVerilog and Verilog.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including analog, mixed-signal, and physical design groups, to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Addressing challenging physical implementation requirements, and innovating solutions for timing closure, low power, and high-speed design.
• Creating clear and comprehensive specification documents, and providing technical guidance across multiple teams and global sites.
• Automating design and verification tasks using scripting languages to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Supporting the full ASIC and IP development flow, from concept through to silicon debug and production release.

The Impact You Will Have

• Drive the development of cutting-edge HBM PHY IP, enabling industry-leading memory bandwidth for next-generation computing systems.
• Enhance the performance, power efficiency, and reliability of digital and mixed-signal designs in advanced process technologies.
• Mentor and empower team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaborative problem solving.
• Shape Synopsys’ leadership in the memory interface IP market by delivering robust, high-quality solutions adopted by top semiconductor companies worldwide.
• Contribute to the successful integration of complex IP into customer SoCs, accelerating time-to-market and product differentiation.
• Influence architectural and implementation decisions, ensuring Synopsys remains at the forefront of technology innovation.

What You’ll Need

• 7-10 years of hands‑on experience in RTL design, including significant work on high-speed digital and mixed-signal interfaces.
• Expertise in SystemVerilog and Verilog for RTL development.
• Strong background in high-speed design, timing closure, and low power design techniques and strategies.
• Experience with the entire ASIC and IP development flow, including DFT/DFM, and debugging complex hardware issues.
• Proficiency in automating tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL).
• Familiarity with modeling analog and mixed-signal circuits and understanding of physical implementation challenges.
• Ability to write clear, detailed specification documents and provide technical support to cross-functional teams.
• Preferred: Experience with physically aware synthesis, DDR/HBM DRAM, and UCIe technologies.

Who You Are

• Exceptional problem solver with a keen analytical mindset.
• Highly collaborative and effective communicator, comfortable working with global teams.
• Detail-oriented, methodical, and committed to delivering high-quality results.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies.
• Proactive leader who can guide and mentor others while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of

You’ll join the High Bandwidth Memory PHY RTL team—a group of experienced and innovative engineers dedicated to developing world-class memory interface IP. The team operates at the leading edge of technology, collaborating closely with analog, mixed-signal, and physical design experts across global sites. Together, you’ll solve complex technical challenges and deliver solutions that power next-generation silicon for a diverse range of applications.

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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