Silicon Validation Lead – Principal Engineer

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  • Mississauga, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
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custom_fields.CareerAreas-Analog-Design custom_fields.SubCategory-Analog-Design custom_fields.EmployeeStatus-Employee custom_fields.unposting_date-2027-02-02 custom_fields.Multikeywordfacets-Hardware">Join our Talent Community! .Find Jobs ForWhere? Search JobsSilicon Validation Lead – Principal Engineer - 14511Mississauga, Ontario, CanadaEngineeringEmployeeSave Job ShareJump toOverviewOur Hardware Engineers at Synopsys are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. They work on intricate tasks such as chip architecture, circuit design, and verification to ensure the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor products. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technology and enabling innovations in various industries.Play VideoJob DescriptionDate posted 02/02/2026Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 14511 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 02/02/2026Location: Open to hiring in Ottawa and/or in the Toronto Markham/Mississauga MarketsWe Are:At Synopsys, we drive innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology powers the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, leading in chip design, verification, and IP integration. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.You Are:You are an accomplished engineer with deep expertise in silicon validation and high-speed serial communication systems. You thrive in bridging simulation and silicon realities, ensuring robust performance across complex architectures. You combine strong theoretical knowledge with hands-on lab experience, excel in cross-functional collaboration, and are passionate about closing the loop between validation and architecture for continuous platform improvement.What You'll Be Doing:
  • Leading silicon validation of IP functionality and performance, ensuring alignment with architectural intent.
  • Supporting hardware bring-up and firmware integration for early product-version characterization.
  • Driving root-cause analysis, workarounds, and fixes for issues uncovered during characterization.
  • Managing a dedicated validation effort in parallel with characterization activities.
  • Validating sim-to-silicon performance of algorithms, impairments, and key metrics (e.g., AFE curves).
  • Providing feedback to system teams for hardware-correlated models and performance tuning.
  • Developing improvements to SerDes algorithms and configurations to address performance gaps.
  • Incorporating learnings from customer evaluation boards (EVBs) into future developments.
  • Reviewing firmware regression tests for repeatability, drift, and robustness.
  • Supporting customer bring-up and driving resolution of silicon debug issues.
  • Communicating findings to Platform Architects and Product Owners for continuous platform improvement.
The Impact You Will Have:
  • Ensure silicon meets or exceeds performance expectations across all key metrics.
  • Accelerate time-to-market by resolving validation and debug challenges efficiently.
  • Drive innovation in SerDes algorithms and system-level performance optimization.
  • Strengthen customer confidence through expert support and robust solutions.
  • Contribute to Synopsys' leadership in high-speed connectivity and IP excellence.
What You'll Need:
  • BSc or MSc in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
  • 10+ years of experience in silicon validation, high-speed interfaces, and system-level performance analysis.
  • Expertise in SerDes design and validation, including PCIe/Ethernet protocols.
  • Strong knowledge of signal integrity, equalization, coding, and CDR architectures.
  • Hands-on experience with lab validation, debug tools, and sim-to-silicon correlation.
  • Familiarity with firmware integration and regression testing methodologies.
Who You Are:
  • Innovative, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
  • Strong communicator and collaborator across multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Adaptable and customer-focused, with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
The Team You'll Be A Part Of:Join our Enterprise SerDes R&D team, working alongside experts in analog, digital, and hardware engineering to deliver cutting-edge solutions for next-generation connectivity.Synopsys Canada ULC values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to provide access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact .Save Job test ShareBenefitsAt Synopsys, innovation is driven by our incredible team around the world. We feel honored to work alongside such talented and passionate individuals who choose to make a difference here every day. We're proud to provide the comprehensive benefits and rewards that our team truly deserves.Health & WellnessComprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family.Time AwayIn addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs.Family SupportMaternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more.ESPPPurchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back.Retirement PlansSave for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country.CompensationCompetitive salaries.** Benefits vary by country and region - check with your recruiter to confirmGet an idea of what your daily routine around the office can be likeHiring Journey at SynopsysApplyWhen you apply to join us, your resume, skills, and experience are first reviewed for consideration.Phone ScreenOnce your resume has been selected, a recruiter and/or hiring manager will reach out to learn more about you, share more about the role, and answer any questions you might have.InterviewNext up is interviewing (in person or virtual). You'll be invited to meet with members of the hiring team to discuss your skills and experience, and what you're looking for in your next role.OfferCongratulations! When you have been selected for the role, your recruiter will reach out to make you a verbal offer (a written offer will follow your conversation), and we hope you accept!OnboardingThere will be some steps you need to take before you start to ensure a smooth first day, including new hire documentation.Welcome!Once you've joined, your manager, team, and a peer buddy will help you get acclimated. Over the next few weeks, you'll be invited to join activities and training to help you ramp up for a successful future at Synopsys!

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