Job Description

Alternate Job Titles:

Principal Memory Design Engineer

We Are:

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. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are an accomplished and innovative engineer passionate about pushing the boundaries of embedded memory design. With a strong foundation in electrical and electronics engineering, you thrive in dynamic environments where complex problem-solving and creativity are at the forefront. Your expertise in deep submicron and FinFET technology, coupled with hands-on experience in SRAM, register file, TCAM, and ROM architectures, positions you as a technical leader who can address intricate design challenges. You excel in both independent and collaborative settings, proactively seeking solutions and driving projects to timely completion. Your ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams, mentor junior engineers, and network with senior personnel ensures you can influence and inspire across the organization. With a keen eye for detail and a holistic understanding of the full embedded memory design flow, you are committed to delivering state-of-the-art solutions that set industry benchmarks. Your adaptability, customer focus, and continuous learning mindset make you a valued contributor to Synopsys' mission of technological excellence.

What You'll Be Doing:

Develop advanced SRAM, register file, TCAM, and ROM architectures and implement innovative circuit techniques for embedded memory IP. Lead schematic entry, simulation of major blocks, layout planning, and supervise layout activities, collaborating closely with the CAD team for full verification and model generation. Design and implement low-power, area-efficient embedded memory circuits and architectures, optimizing for performance, power, and area in leading-edge technology nodes. Apply and expand your skills in transistor-level circuit design, memory compilers, and automation scripting to streamline design flows. Resolve a wide range of technical issues creatively, collaborating with cross-functional teams and interfacing with both internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate, facilitate, and monitor daily activities of project teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and timely delivery of milestones. Engage in inter-team interactions and maintain a customer-centric approach, frequently networking with senior professionals to share expertise and insights. Proactively prioritize and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision, driving projects from conception to successful completion.

The Impact You Will Have:

Drive innovation in embedded memory IP, enabling the design of high-performance, energy-efficient integrated circuits for a global customer base. Set new standards in memory design through creative problem-solving and adoption of advanced technology nodes, including FinFET. Mentor and empower team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing engineering culture. Enhance Synopsys' reputation and market leadership by delivering reliable, silicon-proven IP solutions that exceed customer expectations. Influence project direction and contribute to strategic decisions by leveraging deep technical knowledge and industry insights Facilitate successful project execution by identifying risks, proposing effective solutions, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.

What You'll Need:

8+ years of hands-on experience across the full embedded memory design flow: architecture, circuit design, physical implementation, compiler automation, characterization, timing, and model generation. BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech/MS in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a premier institute/university. Deep understanding of SRAM/register file architectures and advanced custom circuit implementations, with direct experience in FinFET and other advanced technology nodes. Expertise in scripting languages such as Perl and Python for design automation and flow optimization. Strong grasp of RC circuits (1st and 2nd order), digital design fundamentals (Boolean functions, gates, multiplexers), and transfer function analysis. Proficient knowledge of CMOS fundamentals, fabrication processes, and both digital and basic analog design principles.

Who You Are:

Analytical thinker with a passion for problem-solving and innovation. Excellent communicator, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Strong collaborator and mentor, eager to share knowledge and support team growth. Self-motivated and proactive, adept at managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision. Customer-focused, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning and professional development.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

You will join the Embedded Memory and Logic Team within Synopsys Solutions Group, a high-impact group responsible for the end-to-end development of standard and custom embedded memories. The team's expertise spans bit cell analysis, architecture design, characterization, verification, and delivery of memory compilers as semiconductor IP. Collaborating across disciplines and sites, the team is dedicated to delivering innovative, silicon-proven solutions that power the world's most advanced integrated circuits.

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.