The role of a Staff ASIC Digital Design Engineer at Synopsys in Hsinchu, Taiwan, is a compelling opportunity for experienced engineers looking to contribute to and lead the development of cutting-edge Design Ware processor IP products. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the job description and requirements, along with why this role might be an excellent fit for you:

Job Description

As a Staff ASIC Digital Design Engineer, you will:

• Independent Contribution and Mentorship: Act as an independent contributor while also mentoring others within the Design Ware Processor team.
• Ownership and Accountability: Take full responsibility for the quality of delivery for one or more blocks of design functions within a product development effort. This includes authorship of plans and specs, guiding and coaching team members, and tracking technical work execution.
• Technical Work: Engage in architecture, micro-architecture, performance analysis, logic design, verification, and validation operations. You will also be involved in related engineering flows or environments and necessary signoff delivery processes.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-team or cross-site colleagues on technical matters such as algorithms, methodologies, quality of delivery, So C prototyping, system bring-up, and other engineering tasks required for overall business operations.
• Optimization and Debugging: Investigate, create, implement, analyze, debug, and optimize design functions as needed.

Job Requirements

• Educational Background: A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (EE) or Computer Science (CS) from a reputed college is required.
• Experience: Between 4 to 9 years of experience in digital front-end design or verification for IP business.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Comprehensive understanding of microprocessor architecture, memory architecture, and system architecture.
  • Hands-on experience in architecture, micro-architecture, RTL design, functional and performance modeling, performance profiling, performance analysis, or simulation verification based on UVM.
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in System Verilog, System Verilog Assertion, Verilog, C/C++, assembly, Perl, Python, or shell scripts.
• Tools: Experience with RTL linters, simulators, synthesizers, functional formal tools, functional coverage tools, and team collaboration tools such as continuous integration, source control management, issue tracking, and ADL-based generation tools like Synopsys ASIP Designer.
• Multi-site Development: Experience with multi-site development is helpful.
• Communication Skills:
  • Ability to create, modify, and review documentation such as design or verification work plans, engineering quality processes, test scenarios, and test reports.
  • Proficient in presenting and persuading on engineering works and solutions.
  • Ability to follow disciplines for issue tracking and changes.
• Analytical Skills:
  • Capability to analyze signoff requirements for product releases.
  • Ability to evaluate Qo R and verification results for major milestone reviews.
• Soft Skills:
  • Self-motivated team player with leadership qualities.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced engineering environment.
  • Ability to motivate and influence team members toward achieving desired results is a plus.

Why This Role Might Be Right for You

• Independent and Leadership Opportunities: If you have a strong background in digital design and verification and are looking to take on more responsibility, this role allows you to be an independent contributor while also mentoring others.
• Technical Challenge: The role involves working on advanced processor IP products, providing a stimulating and challenging work environment.
• Collaboration: You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of experts across different sites, enhancing your professional network and experience.
• Innovation: Join a company that is at the forefront of technological innovation, contributing to the development of products that drive advancements in various fields.

Company Overview

Synopsys is a global leader in silicon IP and software security, playing a pivotal role in the development of technologies that drive innovations like AI, 5G, Io T, and self-driving cars. The company emphasizes inclusion and diversity, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees.
If you have a passion for digital design and verification, and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, this role at Synopsys could be a perfect match for your career aspirations.