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Analog Design Staff Engineer

Synopsys
April 07, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Moreira, Porto, Portugal
Level - Mid-Career

Role Summary

The Analog Design Staff Engineer at Synopsys is responsible for designing and developing complex analog circuits for high-speed communication systems. This role involves mentoring junior engineers, coordinating design activities, and performing silicon correlation to ensure performance and reliability.

Experience Level

Mid-level with a minimum of 5 years of experience for M.Sc. holders or 3 years for Ph.D. holders in Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Design and develop medium to large complexity analog circuits for high-speed SerDes products.
  • Coordinate and mentor analog designers to ensure robust circuit development.
  • Define and plan analog design activities with clear milestones.
  • Prepare and conduct technical design reviews.
  • Evaluate the impact of layout parasitics and collaborate with layout teams.
  • Perform silicon correlation with simulation results.
  • Engage with a global and multi-cultural R&D team.

Requirements

Essential qualifications include:

  • M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.
  • 5+ years (M.Sc.) or 3+ years (Ph.D.) of experience in CMOS analog circuit design.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard IC design packages and EDA tools.
  • Experience with UNIX and scripting for design automation.
  • Excellent communication skills in English.
  • Proven mentorship abilities and experience leading design activities.
  • System-level knowledge of SerDes architecture is a plus.

Education Requirements

M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.


About the Company

Company: Synopsys

Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA

Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.

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Date Posted: 2026-04-07