Senior Staff Engineer, RTL Design and Verification

Job Title

Senior Staff Engineer, RTL Design and Verification (R&D Engineering)

Role Summary

Responsible for RTL design and verification of Silicon Lifecycle Management (SLM) IPs, including next‑generation 3D‑IC projects. Collaborates with internal teams and customers to deliver reliable semiconductor IP and integration guidance.

Focuses on verification methodology, automation, debugging, documentation, and improving product quality and performance.

Experience Level

Senior — typically 5+ years of hands-on RTL design and verification experience.

Responsibilities

Core responsibilities include design, verification, and cross-team collaboration:

• Design and verify RTL for SLM and 3D‑IC IP.
• Develop comprehensive test cases and verification plans; execute simulations and analyze results.
• Debug complex chip issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement fixes.
• Improve verification methodologies and automation flows.
• Document design specifications, verification plans, and results to ensure reproducibility.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions; collaborate with customers and stakeholders to resolve issues.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience:

• 5+ years practical experience in RTL design and verification.
• Proficiency with Verilog/SystemVerilog, common EDA tools, TCL scripting, and formal verification techniques.
• Experience working in Unix/Linux environments.
• Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills in complex chip design contexts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Nice-to-have: familiarity with digital/analog/mixed‑signal IP and 3D‑IC standards and semiconductor verification best practices.

Education Requirements

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (as stated in the posting). The posting does not explicitly state an alternative equivalence to degree requirements.

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.