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Principal (STA/ Sign-Off) Engineer-17042 (Austin/ Sunnyvale)

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senior full-time $191000-$286000 Sunnyvale, California

First indexed 19 Jun 2026

Description

As a member of the IP Digital Design Methodology team, you will work with global teams to define best-in-class ASIC design standards and flows and assist IP development teams.

You will be involved with next-generation SerDes and Memory interface controllers, PHYs, and subsystems.

You are an experienced ASIC Digital Signoff Engineer with a deep passion for developing cutting-edge technology and direct hands-on experience with STA and EM/IR flows.

With over 12+ years of hands-on experience, you have honed your skills in high-speed digital IP cores and/or SOCs development.

You have a solid understanding of digital design flows and deep expertise in Static Timing Analysis (STA), Power Analysis, and EM/IR for advanced node designs.

Your technical expertise is complemented by your ability to foster cross-functional collaboration, driving innovation and effective communication across global teams.

Your analytical mind and problem-solving skills enable you to tackle complex challenges and deliver high-quality results.

You are known for your clear and concise documentation, and your familiarity with Synopsys tools and high-speed interface protocols is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deploy advanced node signoff methodologies for cutting-edge IP designs targeting different foundries.
  • Work with leading-edge designs and teams to drive the industry-best PPA for IP designs.
  • Evaluate and exercise various aspects of the development flow which include signoff timing, power, physical verification, EM/IR analysis, and ECO’s.
  • Develop and maintain best-in-class digital design methodologies, including documentation, scripts, and training materials.
  • Work as a liaison between Synopsys tool and IP design teams.
  • Continuously improve and refine design processes to enhance efficiency and performance.

Requirements

  • BS or MS in EE with 12+ years of hands-on experience developing CAD flows for high-speed digital IP cores and/or SOCs.
  • Direct hands-on experience with enabling advanced node STA/ Timing signoff flows at SoC level.
  • Knowledge of IP deliverables, ASIC implementation and physical design flow and tools, memories, logic libraries, and PDK versions.
  • Familiarity with EMIR & Thermal sign-off flows is a plus.
  • Ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration, including fostering innovation, improving communication, and driving results.
  • Good analysis, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills and the ability to create clear and concise documentation and provide training.
  • Familiarity with other Synopsys tools such as StarRC and ICV is a plus.
  • Working knowledge of high-speed interface protocols such as HDMI, MIPI, PCIe, SATA, Ethernet, USB, DP, and DDR are a plus.
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://careers.synopsys.com/job/sunnyvale/principal-sta-sign-off-engineer-17042-austin-sunnyvale/44408/96623912992