Senior Staff Analog Design Engineer

About Synopsys

Synopsys is a leader in chip design, verification, and IP integration, enabling innovations that power intelligent technologies like autonomous vehicles and machine learning. Our technologies are foundational to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Analog Design Engineer with significant experience in designing and validating analog circuit blocks. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of analog principles, proven technical expertise in analog building blocks, and the ability to work independently and in collaborative teams on cutting-edge technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop analog building blocks used in SERDES, DDR, and memory designs.
• Carry out circuit simulations and validate analog circuitry against design specifications.
• Optimize designs focusing on power consumption, silicon area, and overall performance.
• Collaborate closely with product designers and layout engineers to fulfill customer requirements.
• Review designs and mentor junior team members by providing technical guidance.
• Enhance design methodologies and implement best practices to boost efficiency and quality of outputs.

Impact and Contributions

• Advance the quality and reliability of analog intellectual property products to meet industry leading standards.
• Innovate in the analog design realm, pushing the boundaries of circuit performance.
• Support seamless integration of analog components within complex system-on-chip designs, enhancing product functionality.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers, promoting a continuous learning culture.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver projects punctually and efficiently.
• Strengthen Synopsys’ standing as a top semiconductor industry leader through excellent engineering output.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree with over 8 years, or PhD with more than 6 years of pertinent analog circuit design experience.
• Solid experience with operational amplifiers, current mirrors, and bandgap references is essential.
• Desirable familiarity with SERDES PHY architectures and DDR memory technologies.
• Proficient in using CAD tools geared toward analog circuit design and simulation.
• Understanding of design reliability aspects including electromigration, IR drop, and aging effects.
• Knowledge of layout-related impacts such as device matching, reliability, and proximity effects along with hands-on layout experience.
• Experience with advanced semiconductor technologies like FinFET and Gate-All-Around.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear technical exchanges.

Personal Attributes

The successful applicant is self-motivated, meticulous, and passionate about analog design innovation. They should be adept at collaborating in teams, eager to learn, and able to manage several concurrent tasks efficiently.

Team Environment

You will join an energetic, innovative team dedicated to cultivating high-performance analog IP solutions. The group promotes creativity, cooperation, and continuous enhancement, working integrally with other engineering disciplines.

Compensation and Benefits

A well-rounded suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits is offered, tailored to diverse employee needs. Details regarding salary and rewards will be shared during the recruitment process.

Additional Location Note

Applications are welcome in Ottawa, Ontario as well as Mississauga, Ontario.