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ASIC Digital Design Senior Staff Engineer

Synopsys
October 7, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Reading, ENG, United Kingdom
RTL Design Jobs, Level - Senior

Job Title

ASIC Digital Design Senior Staff Engineer

Role Summary

Lead design and verification for complex ASIC digital blocks, with primary responsibility for a DDR controller digital core product. Work within a cross-functional engineering team to deliver high-performance, power-efficient ASIC implementations that meet specifications and customer requirements.

Experience Level

Senior-level (Staff). Years of experience not specified.

Responsibilities

Design, verify, and integrate digital ASIC components; collaborate with cross-functional teams; and mentor junior engineers.

  • Lead RTL design and verification of complex ASIC blocks and systems (DDR controller core focus).
  • Develop and execute test plans to verify functionality, performance, and power targets.
  • Use industry-standard EDA tools and methodologies to optimize timing, performance, and power.
  • Collaborate with analog, physical design, and applications teams to ensure correct integration.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex design and verification issues; propose and implement robust solutions.
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
  • Stay current with industry trends and incorporate relevant techniques into design flows.

Requirements

Core technical skills and team competencies required for the role.

Must-have:

  • Extensive ASIC digital design and verification experience, with strong RTL background.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools and verification methodologies.
  • Deep understanding of DDR protocols and their implementation in ASICs.
  • Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills for complex design issues.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional engineering teams and stakeholders.

Nice-to-have:

  • Experience optimizing design performance and power efficiency.
  • Previous mentoring or technical leadership experience.

Education Requirements

Not specified.


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: 2026-10-04