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Security Digital Design Engineer

Synopsys
September 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Moreira, Porto, Portugal
ASIC Design Jobs, Level - Mid-Career

Job Title

Security Digital Design Engineer

Role Summary

Design and verify digital logic and security features for ASIC/SoC projects. Work with architects, verification engineers, and cross-functional teams to implement secure-by-design hardware components and support tapeout activities.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Specific years of experience not specified in the source.

Responsibilities

Principal responsibilities typically include:

  • Develop RTL for security-related digital blocks and IP.
  • Create and maintain design documentation and specifications.
  • Collaborate with architecture and verification teams to integrate security features into chip designs.
  • Perform code reviews and ensure compliance with security and design guidelines.
  • Support validation, synthesis, timing closure, and tapeout activities.
  • Debug silicon issues and support post-silicon bring-up as needed.

Requirements

Key requirements summarized from the role listing and typical expectations. Degree-related items (if any) are listed in Education Requirements below and omitted here to avoid duplication.

  • Experience in digital ASIC/SoC design and RTL development (Verilog/SystemVerilog).
  • Familiarity with hardware design flow: synthesis, STA, and tapeout readiness.
  • Practical experience collaborating with verification and architecture teams.
  • Ability to produce clear design documentation and perform design reviews.

Nice-to-have:

  • Background in hardware security, cryptographic IP, or secure-by-design methodologies.
  • Experience with formal verification, security validation, or post-silicon debug tools.

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: 2026-09-22