Layout Design Staff Engineer

Job Title

Layout Design Staff Engineer

Role Summary

Lead layout development for DDR and HBM PHY IPs on advanced process nodes, delivering production-ready silicon IP. Work within a cross-functional engineering team to set technical direction, ensure layout quality, and reduce time-to-market.

Experience Level

Senior-level; requires 5+ years of relevant layout design experience (hands-on at advanced nodes such as 7nm and below).

Responsibilities

The role focuses on technical leadership, hands-on layout work, and cross-functional collaboration to meet customer and product requirements.

• Lead development and set technical standards for DDR and HBM layout IPs.
• Create and validate layouts; perform technical troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Mentor and guide junior layout engineers.
• Estimate effort, plan schedules, and drive project execution across teams.
• Collaborate on floorplanning, LEF generation, IO frame and bond-pad layouts.
• Conduct layout reviews and ensure compliance with release and quality processes.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience required for successful performance in this role. Education details are summarized separately below.

• 5+ years of relevant layout design experience; experience with DDR & HBM PHY IP development preferred.
• Deep understanding of submicron effects and floorplanning in CMOS, FinFET, and GAA technologies (7nm and below).
• Expertise in layout matching, ESD, latch-up, PERC, EMIR, DFM practices, LEF generation, IO frame and pitch requirements, and bond-pad layout.
• Proven ability to lead projects, manage schedules, and deliver high-quality products under tight timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work across cross-functional teams.

Education Requirements

BTech or MTech in Electronics, 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.