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Synopsys, Inc.

Senior System Architect, Analog Design

Synopsys, Inc., WorkFromHome

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We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our Enterprise SerDes team leads in high-speed chip design, enabling tomorrow’s connectivity for PCIe and Ethernet. Join us to create the future of pervasive intelligence.

Location: Sunnyvale, CA; Remote option may also be a possibility.

You Are:

You are an expert in system-level architecture for serial-link transceivers, with 15+ years of experience and a passion for pushing technology boundaries. You thrive in cross-functional teams, communicate complex ideas clearly, and have a track record of successful product development. Your deep knowledge of high-speed analog/digital design and strong leadership make you an ideal fit.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Architecture: definition of architecture and specifications for the transmitter and receiver
  • Modelling: design and maintenance of the system level model
  • Signal/Power Integrity: analyzing different signal and power integrity requirements
  • Sign-off: system level simulation of the design performance across multiple protocols and channels
  • Silicon: qualification and correlation of performance and algorithms in silicon
  • Customers: assisting customers on system level performance and algorithmic issues

What You’ll Need:

  • You have a MSc or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 15+ yrs of experience.
  • Familiarity with modelling of SERDES transmitters and receivers in Matlab or similar tool
  • Knowledge of circuit topologies in high-speed Rx/Tx SerDes PHY
  • Understanding of Tx/Rx equalization techniques.
  • Knowledge of CDR architectures and CDR loop dynamics
  • Experience in analyzing link budgets for either NRZ and PAM4 high-speed serial links
  • Knowledge about common high-speed serial data protocols including Ethernet, OIF, JESD, CPRI
  • Experience in lab testing of high-speed serial links

Due to the cross disciplinary nature of this position, key qualifications include one or more of the following…

  • Modelling - experience in Matlab/Simulin k/C modeling of circuits and systems
  • Communications theory - equalization, coding, noise/crosstal k filtering
  • Digital - background in digital signal process (DSP)
  • Analog - background in high-speed analog CMOS circuit design
  • Hardware - awareness on per-protocol handing of RX and TX adaptation; hands on experience in measurement of transceiver performance

The Impact You Will Have:

  • Drive next-gen connectivity solutions.
  • Advance Synopsys’ technical leadership.
  • Enable superior performance for customers.
  • Mentor and elevate team expertise.
  • Contribute to industry standards.
  • Promote collaboration and innovation

Who You Are:

  • Innovative, collaborative, and detail-oriented leader.
  • Strong communicator and problem-solver.
  • Committed to diversity and continuous learning.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You’ll join a collaborative group of analog, digital, and hardware engineers driving enterprise connectivity innovation.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits. Your recruiter will share details during the hiring process.

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