Description
At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content.
You are an exceptional C++ developer with a background in or a keen interest in Custom Design and Layout in the field of Integrated Circuits. With a passion for solving complex problems, you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to the development of cutting-edge software solutions.
Responsibilities
- Designing new solutions to high-value problems in Custom Design and Layout areas, including new layout methodologies and applications of analytics and machine learning in layout.
- Collaborating on flagship layout automation projects maintained by local peers.
- Improving existing systems and providing solutions in Synopsys Custom products.
- Working with corporate application engineers to understand customer needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Writing well-designed, well-tested, high-quality C++ programs.
- Creating design specifications and reviewing code written by peer members.
Impact
- Driving innovation in Custom Design and Layout solutions, addressing underserved areas and creating new methodologies.
- Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of layout automation tools, benefiting both internal and external stakeholders.
- Improving the performance and reliability of Synopsys Custom products, contributing to the overall success of the company.
- Ensuring high-quality software development practices, leading to robust and maintainable codebases.
- Providing critical insights and solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
- Contributing to the development of advanced silicon analog and mixed-signal designs, optimizing for power, cost, and performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.
- 12+ years of experience in software development, including C++, TCL, Python, Linux, build and revision control systems, and specification writing/reviewing.
- Expertise in software design, including data structures, algorithms, GUI and interactive systems, and event-driven systems.
- Background in Layout Editor and its automation engines for Analog Design is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of digital EDA tools and flows, circuit analysis, layout principles, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Team
You will be part of the Custom Design & Manufacturing business unit, which focuses on building software solutions for custom design, analog, and mixed-signal design. Our team collaborates closely with the signoff extraction, verification, and simulation teams to develop differentiated solutions for designing and verifying advanced silicon analog and mixed-signal designs. We work together to design the next-generation processes and models needed to manufacture these chips, enabling our customers to optimize their designs for power, cost, and performance.
Benefits
At Synopsys, innovation is driven by our incredible team around the world. We feel honored to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals who choose to make a difference here every day. We're proud to provide the comprehensive benefits and rewards that our team truly deserves.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.
- Time Away: In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.
- Family Support: Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.
- ESPP: Purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back.
- Retirement Plans: Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.
- Compensation: Competitive salaries.