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Layout Design, Staff Engineer

Synopsys
March 09, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Level - Mid-Career

Job Title

Layout Design, Staff Engineer

Role Summary

This role involves working in layout design within a professional engineering team. The position requires expertise in hardware engineering and aims to contribute to significant projects in the field.

Experience Level

Mid-Career

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and implementing layout solutions for complex designs.
  • Collaborating with design teams to improve design methodologies.
  • Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical leadership.
  • Ensuring that design specifications and quality standards are met.

Requirements

The requirements for this position include:

  • Proven experience in layout design within the semiconductor industry.
  • Strong understanding of hardware engineering principles.
  • Experience with CAD tools for layout design.
  • Must-have: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Nice-to-have: Advanced degrees or certifications in relevant fields.

Education Requirements

Expected educational background: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.


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: 2026-03-09