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SerDes/DSP System, Sr Architect

Synopsys
September 16, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Semiconductor IP Jobs, Level - Senior

Job Title

SerDes/DSP System, Sr Architect

Role Summary

Senior system architect responsible for defining architecture and technical direction for SerDes and DSP subsystems used in high-speed interface IP and silicon. Works with product, design, verification, and silicon teams to deliver IP and system-level solutions.

Experience Level

Senior-level; typically 7+ years of relevant experience in SerDes, high-speed interfaces, DSP system architecture, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead system architecture, requirements definition, and specifications for SerDes and DSP subsystems.
  • Develop and validate system-level trade-offs for performance, signal integrity, power, and timing.
  • Create models, simulations, and integration plans to guide IP and silicon implementation.
  • Collaborate with RTL designers, analog/mixed-signal teams, verification, firmware, and product management.
  • Drive design reviews, support silicon bring-up and debug, and resolve cross-functional technical issues.
  • Mentor engineering staff and provide technical leadership across projects.

Requirements

Must-have and preferred qualifications:

  • Must-have: Extensive experience in SerDes architecture, high-speed serial protocols, and DSP system design.
  • Must-have: Proven experience defining system requirements, performing modeling/simulation, and leading cross-functional teams.
  • Must-have: Strong understanding of signal integrity, timing, and power/performance trade-offs; experience with silicon bring-up is expected.
  • Nice-to-have: RTL familiarity, verification experience, and prior delivery of IP for memory or high-speed interfaces.
  • Nice-to-have: Experience with industry modeling and simulation tools for architecture analysis.

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: 2026-09-03