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Analog Design Staff Engineer

Synopsys
April 06, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Moreira, Porto, Portugal
Level - Mid-Career

Job Title

Analog Design Staff Engineer

Role Summary

The Analog Design Staff Engineer will be involved in designing and validating high-speed analog and mixed-signal circuits. You will work within an experienced team focused on developing high-speed physical interfaces for advanced System on Chips (SoCs), managing multiple design challenges and contributing to cutting-edge technology innovations.

Experience Level

Mid-level; 5+ years of hands-on experience in analog circuit design.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities include:

  • Designing and validating analog and mixed-signal circuits, particularly high-speed SerDes interfaces.
  • Conducting schematic entry, simulation, and final validation of analog blocks.
  • Collaborating with layout engineers to optimize design layouts.
  • Developing and validating custom digital circuits for high-speed applications.
  • Utilizing design tools and SPICE simulators for analysis and verification.
  • Engaging with international teams to enhance analog design methodologies.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications include:

  • MSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of experience in analog circuit design, especially in high-speed mixed-signal environments.
  • Strong knowledge of deep submicron CMOS technologies.
  • Experience with SPICE simulators and analog circuit analysis.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard IC design tools, including STA timing closure.

Nice-to-have qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Synopsys EDA tools.
  • Familiarity with Unix and scripting languages (TCL, Python).

Education Requirements

MSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.


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: 2026-04-06