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    Semiconductor Design

    Analog Design, Sr Staff Engineer - 16863

    Porto Salvo, PortugalOn-SiteFull-time8+ yrs experiencePosted 1w ago
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    General Information

    Job Title
    Analog Design, Sr Staff Engineer
    Job ID
    16863
    Country
    Portugal
    City
    Porto Salvo
    Date Posted
    06-Apr-2026
    Job Category
    Engineering
    Job Subcategory
    Analog Design
    Hire Type
    Employee
    Remote Eligible
    No

    Descriptions & Requirements

    Job Description and Requirements

    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 experienced analog design engineer passionate about developing high-performance integrated circuits that power today’s most advanced technologies. Your deep expertise in CMOS analog design, coupled with your ability to lead and mentor junior colleagues, enables you to tackle complex technical challenges and deliver innovative solutions. You thrive in multicultural, cross-functional environments, collaborating with global teams to bring cutting-edge SerDes products to life. Your analytical mindset, strong organizational skills, and commitment to continuous learning make you a valuable contributor, dedicated to ensuring the reliability and excellence of every design. 

    You take ownership of your work, proactively identifying improvements, optimizing for performance, power, and area, and ensuring seamless correlation between silicon and simulation results. You are motivated by the opportunity to impact industries such as mobile, automotive, cloud computing, HPC, AI, IoT, 5G, and storage, knowing that your designs enable faster, smarter, and more secure connections. You value diversity, inclusion, and the chance to work with talented colleagues who share your drive for innovation. Your communication skills allow you to confidently share ideas, lead design reviews, and train less experienced engineers, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are ready to advance your career and shape the technology of tomorrow, Synopsys welcomes you.

    What You’ll Be Doing:

    • Driving the design and development of medium to large complexity analog circuits for high-speed SerDes products supporting Ethernet and PCIe standards.
    • Guiding analog designers to ensure designs meet electrical specifications and reliability constraints.
    • Defining methods and procedures for project execution, including planning analog design activities and associated milestones.
    • Conducting and preparing design reviews, following up on improvements, and ensuring high quality outcomes.
    • Evaluating and minimizing parasitic effects related to layout implementations, collaborating with layout teams to optimize performance, power, and area.
    • Ensuring silicon correlation with simulation results, validating design accuracy and robustness.
    • Mentoring and training less experienced analog designers, fostering skill development within the team.
    • Engaging with a global, multi-cultural, and cross-functional R&D team, contributing to a collaborative and innovative work environment.

    The Impact You Will Have:

    • Drive the development of industry-leading SerDes products used in diverse markets such as mobile, automotive, AI, HPC, IoT, 5G, and storage.
    • Enhance product reliability and performance through rigorous design reviews and optimization practices.
    • Drive innovation by implementing advanced FinFET/GAA process nodes in analog integrated circuits.
    • Strengthen cross-functional collaboration, enabling seamless integration of analog and mixed signal designs.
    • Contribute to Synopsys’ reputation as the provider of high-quality, silicon-proven IP solutions.
    • Mentor and develop junior engineers strengthening the team’s capability and talent pipeline for future challenges.

    What You’ll Need:

    • M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of experience, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 6+ years of experience.
    • Proven track record in CMOS analog design, preferably including hands-on experience with ADC, DAC, PLL, Rx, Tx, References, etc.
    • Experience coordinating design activities across teams and managing medium complexity designs.
    • Familiarity with industry-standard IC design packages and EDA tools.
    • Experience working in UNIX operating systems.
    • System-level knowledge of SerDes architecture is a plus.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

    Who You Are:

    • Collaborative team player who thrives in multicultural, global environments.
    • Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
    • Effective communicator, able to lead reviews and share knowledge clearly.
    • Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to high standards of reliability and performance.
    • Inclusive and open-minded, embracing diversity in perspectives and backgrounds.
    • Open to learning and mentoring, fostering growth for yourself and others.

    The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

    You will join Synopsys’ fast-growing analog and mixed-signal R&D team, dedicated to developing the highest data rate SerDes IP in advanced FinFET/GAA process nodes. The team is global, dynamic, and cross-functional, working collaboratively to deliver world-class products that power innovations across multiple industries. You’ll have opportunities to interact with experts from diverse backgrounds, contribute to cutting-edge projects, and shape the future of silicon IP.

    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.

    At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

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