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Synopsys

Senior Staff RTL Design Engineer

Synopsys
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onsite senior full-time $138,000 - $208,000 Boxorough, Massachusetts

First indexed 9 Jun 2026

Description

Our Hardware Engineers at Synopsys are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. They work on intricate tasks such as chip architecture, circuit design, and verification to ensure the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor products. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technology and enabling innovations in various industries.

Job Description

  • Design RTL modules for LPDDR PHY IP from microarchitecture through synthesis-ready implementation
  • Optimize designs to meet timing, power, and area targets across multiple process nodes
  • Develop Perl automation for design generation and flow integration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve timing and power challenges
  • Contribute to design reviews and methodology development

The Impact You Will Have

  • Your designs will enable LPDDR PHY IP deployed in high-volume mobile, automotive, and AI products
  • You will contribute to a major revenue-generating product line for Synopsys
  • Your work will define performance characteristics for customer systems-on-chip
  • Your automation will improve design efficiency across the engineering team
  • Your expertise will influence architectural decisions for future products

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of ASIC digital design experience with RTL ownership in production silicon
  • Expert Verilog proficiency for timing-critical designs
  • Strong Perl scripting skills for design automation
  • Deep knowledge of synthesis, timing analysis, and power optimization
  • Experience with PHY IP or high-speed interfaces is preferred

Who You Are

  • You understand how RTL structure affects timing and power outcomes
  • You communicate effectively across technical disciplines
  • You produce maintainable code that supports collaboration
  • You identify process improvements proactively
  • You resolve technical issues through systematic analysis

The Team You'll Be Part Of

You will join the team responsible for microarchitecture and front-end design of LPDDR PHY IP. This core product generates significant revenue and enables critical functionality in customer designs across mobile, automotive, and AI markets.

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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