Senior Staff Analog Design Engineer

This is a 12-to-18-month contract position to be hired in our Markham or Nepean facilities working in the office 3 days weekly.

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 a passionate analog/mixed-signal IC designer with strong academic credentials and hands-on experience in high-speed circuit development. You enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, thrive on technical challenges, and are eager to contribute to cutting-edge PAM4 SERDES IP. Detail-oriented and innovative, you value clear communication, rigorous design, and continuous learning in a fast-paced R&D environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Developing analog sub-block specs based on SerDes standards.
• Refining circuit architectures for optimal power, area, and performance.
• Designing and verifying circuits using advanced simulation tools.
• Collaborating on physical layout to minimize parasitics and variation.
• Presenting simulation data to peers and customers.
• Documenting design features and test plans.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Advance high-speed PAM4 SERDES IP for next-gen communication systems.
• Contribute to Synopsys’ leadership in analog/mixed-signal IC technology.
• Drive innovation in circuit design and architecture.
• Deliver robust, reliable, and high-quality IP to customers.
• Support a collaborative and knowledge-sharing team culture.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through quality and documentation.

What You’ll Need:

• MSc with 5+ years in analog IC design.
• Expertise in transistor-level CMOS design and SerDes sub-circuits.
• Experience with schematic, layout, and verification tools.
• SPICE simulation and scripting (TCL, Python, MATLAB, etc.).
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.

Who You Are:

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative.
• Excellent communicator and proactive learner.
• Organized and quality focused.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

A world-class R&D group specializing in high-speed analog and mixed-signal ICs, working with top tools and a diverse, supportive team.

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.