Application Engineering, Sr Staff Engineer - Runset Development

You will be a Senior Staff Engineer in Application Engineering, focusing on Runset Development for Synopsys' IC Validator tool.

As an experienced engineer with a strong foundation in Electronics or VLSI, you will work at the forefront of semiconductor technology, developing and validating DRC, LVS, and Fill runsets for state-of-the-art semiconductor technologies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with leading foundries to understand process requirements and deliver high-quality PV runsets for advanced nodes.
• Automating qualification processes for IC Validator runsets using scripting languages like Perl, Tcl, and Python.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex layout verification issues, including LVS discrepancies, DRC violations, and DFM challenges.
• Interfacing directly with customers and field application engineers (FAEs) to gather requirements, provide technical support, and ensure successful deployment of PV solutions.
• Mentoring junior team members, sharing best practices, and contributing to a knowledge-sharing culture within the team.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest EDA tool advancements, competitive products, and foundry process innovations to maintain Synopsys' technical edge.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 8-10 years of hands-on experience in the Physical Verification (PV) domain.
• Advanced proficiency with EDA tools such as IC Validator, Calibre, Pegasus, and PVS.
• Strong scripting skills in Perl, Tcl, and Python for automation and rule deck development.
• Deep understanding of CMOS layout, ASIC design flows, and foundry process requirements.
• Experience in writing and debugging DRC, LVS, ERC, and DFM rule decks.

In return, Synopsys offers a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans
• Time away programs, including ETO and FTO
• Family support, including maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• ESPP, allowing purchase of Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount
• Retirement plans that vary by region and country