ASIC Digital Design, Principal · Synopsys

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:03:54 GMT
Engineering

Synopsys · Nepean, Ontario, Canada · onsite
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. You Are: You are a skilled and passionate engineer with deep expertise in system design, embedded firmware, digital design, and verification with over 15 years of impactful experience. You are a highly accomplished engineer with technical leadership, strategic thinking, and ability to model, architect, and validate mixed-signal SoC development, seeking to make a tangible impact in the semiconductor industry. A technical powerhouse as well as subject matter expert in latest DDR, LPDDR, MRDIMM and DFI protocols, with a proven track record in working successfully in IP product developments while focused on verification. You thrive in a matrixed, international, and team-oriented environment with multiple stakeholders. Work hands-on, having a collaborative mindset, thinking clearly and concisely when capturing requirements, and maintaining a proactive attitude to achieve results. You bring a deep understanding of system, digital, firmware design, high-speed memory interface architectures. Your experience includes leading multi-disciplinary teams, driving technical roadmaps, and mentoring engineers to deliver best-in-class solutions for protocols like DDR, LPDDR, and HBM. You are highly proficient in creating and using robust verification environments using UVM methodology and System Verilog, and you leverage system level modeling using advanced tools such as MATLAB and scripting languages, Perl, Python, and C++ to automate design and validation flows. What You'll Be Doing: - Developing and optimizing embedded firmware for advanced DDR/LPDDR/HBM memory interface PHYs - Contributing and collaborating with hardware teams to analyze and debug embedded firmware - Optimizing and developing new PHY training algorithms using system level modeling tools - Collaborating closely with analog, digital, and hardware teams to ensure overall system integrity - Bridging the gap between pre- and post-silicon verification to ensure best-in-class customer support - Developing and deploying tests on silicon as part of bring up plan with extensive knowledge of the design internals - Reproducing silicon failures on FPGA/Emulation to identify root causes - Mentoring and coaching engineering teams, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing across the organization. - Collaborating with cross-functional groups and customers to resolve challenges, ensure quality design, and meet aggressive project milestones. - Driving continuous improvement in functional and performance testing on hardware and test-chips, and leading architectural refinements based on analysis. The Impact You Will Have: - Enhancing cross-functional collaboration to improve product quality and end customer satisfaction. - Evolving/adopting and integrating best-in-class methodologies within the organization for fast silicon bring-up - Standardizing and optimizing workflows to increase efficiency and compliance. - Accelerating product innovation and time-to-market by establishing best practices to bridge the gap between architecture and physical implementation using system modeling, functional simulation emulation, and system integration. - Driving cross-team synergy, technical mentorship, and a culture of continuous learning and inclusivity. - Directly impact customer success by providing expert guidance, technical support, and innovative solutions. - Champion diversity and inclusion, ensuring a respectful and opportunity-rich workplace for all team members. What You'll Need: - 15+ years of experience in Firmware, ASIC design, verification, system validation, and technical leadership roles. - Be results driven - Proven leadership in developing, optimizing, and verifying SW/HW using UVM-based co-verification environment. - Advanced scripting proficiency in Shell, Perl, Python, and C++ for workflow automation and process improvement. - In-depth knowledge of system-level validation for high-speed interface PHY - Proven track record of working cross-functionally and driving issues to closure - Knowledge of mixed-signal design - Experience in working in cross-functional collaborations - Be an excellent communicator and a beacon for change - Excellent debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills - Working knowledge of scripting in languages such as Python and/or Perl - Good understanding of DFT, ATPG, and design for debug techniques and their application in testing of silicon - Good interpersonal skills, ability & desire to work as a standout colleague 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. Inclusion and Diversity: Inclusion and Diversity are important to us. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military veteran status, or disability. #LI-DP1 Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact hr-help-canada@synopsys.com. 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. Visit Benefits Page - Health & Wellness - Time Away - Family Support - ESPP - Retirement Plans - Compensation