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General Information

Job Title
SerDes System Archictecture
Job ID
10438
Country
Portugal
City
Porto Salvo
Date Posted
02-Apr-2025
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 a motivated and talented Junior Engineer with a passion for high-speed communication systems and a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles. You have a solid understanding of control theory, stochastic processes, and probability theory, and you possess programming skills in MATLAB or Python. Your analytical and problem-solving abilities are top-notch, and you excel in a collaborative environment where teamwork and communication are key.


With a keen interest in SerDes technology, you are eager to develop and refine models, automate processes, and contribute to the design and validation of cutting-edge ICs. You are curious, innovative, and ready to tackle the challenges inherent in high-speed data communication. Your background may include hands-on experience with SerDes design or modeling, knowledge of machine-learning techniques, and familiarity with high-speed data communication standards and protocols.


What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Develop and refine analog and mixed-mode SerDes models.
  • Automate model extraction and correlation procedures.
  • Perform channel simulations to validate model accuracy.
  • Identify optimal model structures for new scenarios.
  • Document modeling processes and results for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with the R&D team to design and validate high-speed communication systems.


The Impact You Will Have:

  • Enhance the performance and reliability of our SerDes products.
  • Contribute to the development of high-speed communication solutions for various markets, including Mobile, Automotive, Cloud Computing, HPC, AI, and Storage.
  • Drive innovation in chip-to-chip communication technology.
  • Support the optimization and verification of designs before tapeout.
  • Help Synopsys maintain its leadership in the semiconductor industry.
  • Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the system architecture team.


What You’ll Need:

  • M.Sc. or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of control theory and its application to electrical engineering.
  • Proficiency in stochastic processes and probability theory applied to electrical engineering.
  • Programming skills in MATLAB or Python.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.


Who You Are:

  • Innovative and curious, with a passion for learning and development.
  • A strong communicator and team player.
  • Detail-oriented and methodical in your approach to problem-solving.
  • Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Committed to excellence and continuous improvement.


The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join our innovative and multidisciplinary system architecture team, where we are at the forefront of high-speed SerDes technology. Our team works on cutting-edge ICs up to 64Gbps, both in NRZ and PAM4 modulation formats. We collaborate closely to develop and refine SerDes models, optimize designs, and ensure the highest performance and reliability of our products. Together, we drive innovation in the semiconductor industry and shape the future of high-speed communication systems.


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.