Test & Validation Engineer

General Information

Descriptions & Requirements

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 and detail-oriented engineer with a deep understanding of Static Timing Analysis (STA). You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges. Your expertise in Synopsys PrimeTime and related technologies allows you to diagnose issues and propose innovative solutions that enhance product quality. You are self-motivated, with a proven track record of executing comprehensive validation plans and delivering high-quality results. Your exceptional debugging skills and proficiency in scripting languages like Perl, Tcl, and Python enable you to streamline processes and improve efficiency. You are committed to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and advancements.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Execute and lead product validation of Synopsys's PrimeTime tool by understanding requirements specifications and functional specifications, customer use cases.
• Perform in-depth customer incoming root cause analysis to understand the product weak areas and hot spots and execute proactive testing to reduce customer incoming thereby improving product quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as R&D, Product Engineering, Field and Customers, recommend improvements in implementation and validation.
• Use product expertise to provide technical recommendations, identify, diagnose and troubleshoot issues and propose solutions to ensure quality and readiness of the product/solution for customer deployment.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address potential product validation issues.
• Analyze validation data to identify trends, discrepancies and areas for improvement.
• Prepare detailed validation reports to present to multi-functional teams and management.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Ensure the high quality and reliability of Synopsys's PrimeTime tool, contributing to its success in the market.
• Enhance customer satisfaction by proactively identifying and addressing potential issues before they impact users.
• Collaborate with R&D and Product Engineering teams to drive continuous improvements in product design and functionality.
• Provide valuable insights and recommendations that influence the development and validation of future product releases.
• Contribute to the overall success of Synopsys by ensuring that our tools meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.
• Support the deployment of cutting-edge technologies in high-performance designs, shaping the future of the semiconductor industry.

What You’ll Need:

• Deep domain knowledge in Static Timing Analysis.
• BSEE or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years of related experience or MSEE or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• Experience with Synopsys PrimeTime, timing analysis, ECO flows, Extraction, power, SDC constraints, advanced OCV concepts, derates, PBA timing, distributes, hierarchical STA flows, and/or physical design closure.
• Exceptional debugging skills.
• Proficient in software and scripting skills (Perl, Tcl, Python).
• Detail-oriented with a focus on maintaining high standards of product quality.

Who You Are:

• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Analytical thinker with a problem-solving mindset.
• Proactive and self-motivated individual.
• Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You'll be part of the product validation team for Synopsys's PrimeTime tool. This team works closely with R&D and product engineering to solve complex technical challenges in areas of static timing analysis. The team is dedicated to ensuring the high quality of the tools, enabling customers to accurately validate and deploy these technologies on their high-performance designs.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.