Standard Cell Layout Design, Staff

**Job Titles**:

- Standard Cell Layout Staff Engineer

**We Are**:
At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

**You Are**:
You are a passionate engineering professional eager to leverage your expertise in standard cell layout and CMOS technologies to create foundational building blocks for tomorrow’s electronics. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are committed to continuous learning and innovation. Your experience spans across fundamental electronics concepts, digital logic design, and advanced semiconductor processes, with a special interest in deep submicron technology nodes. You are adept at balancing technical excellence with project leadership, making critical decisions to ensure timely delivery and technological advancement. Your curiosity drives you to explore new methods, such as AI-based automation, to streamline design flows and elevate productivity.

You are a strong communicator, able to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to global teams. You embrace diversity, adapt seamlessly to multicultural work environments, and value the perspectives of colleagues from around the world. Your systematic approach to problem solving, combined with your willingness to think outside the box, makes you a trusted contributor and a leader within your team. You have a solid foundation in programming, are comfortable working with EDA tools, and demonstrate a keen understanding of both hardware and software aspects of the design process. Above all, you are motivated by the impact your work has on groundbreaking products in automotive, AI, IoT, and more.

**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- Designing and implementing advanced standard cell layouts, including custom and semi-custom cell development.
- Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of standard cells into ASIC design flows.
- Utilizing EDA tools for schematic capture, layout design, and verification, ensuring compliance with design rules and quality standards.
- Developing and automating layout processes using programming languages such as C, Python, Perl, and UNIX scripting.
- Leading projects, making critical decisions based on timelines and technology challenges, and mentoring junior engineers.
- Exploring and implementing AI-based automation techniques to enhance layout efficiency and problem-solving capabilities.

**The Impact You Will Have**:

- Enable high-performance and power-efficient chip designs by delivering robust standard cell libraries.
- Drive innovation in deep submicron and advanced technology nodes, positioning Synopsys as a leader in semiconductor design.
- Streamline ASIC and SoC development cycles through effective layout automation and workflow optimization.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within your team and the broader organization.
- Support global customers and internal teams with expert guidance on layout methodologies and best practices.
- Contribute to the successful integration of new technologies, such as AI-driven design automation, into mainstream design flows.

**What You’ll Need**:

- Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals, including logic gates, flip-flops, latches, multiplexers, and level shifters.
- Expertise in CMOS design, layout concepts, and deep submicron process technologies.
- Proficiency in ASIC design flows, standard cell development, and layout automation.
- Hands-on experience with EDA tools for schematic and layout design (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor Graphics).
- Advanced programming skills in C, Python, Perl, and UNIX; automation experience is highly valued.
- Familiarity with AI-based automation and problem-solving approaches is a plus.

**Who You Are**:

- An innovative thinker with a systematic approach to solving complex problems.
- A strong communicator, adept at working with global teams and articulating technical ideas clearly.
- Adaptable and able to collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and regions.
- Proactive leader capable of making informed decisions and guiding projects through technical challenges.
- Open-minded, curious, and always seeking opportunities for growth and improvement.

**The Team You’ll Be A Part Of**:
You’ll join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of experts dedicated to advancing standard cell design and layout methodologies. The team values collaboration, creativity, and technical rigor, working together to deliver best-in-class solutions for Synopsys’ global customers. You’ll have the opportunity to mentor, learn from, and inspire colleagues while contributing to high-impac