Job Description

General Information

Job Title
System design & Validation, Principal Engineer- 15024
Job ID
15024
City
Boxborough
State/Province
Massachusetts
Date Posted
29-Jan-2026
Job Category
Engineering
Job Subcategory
Analog Design
Hire Type
Employee
Remote Eligible
No
Base Salary Range: $136000 - $ 204000

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and 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, leading in chip design, verification, and IP integration. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:
You are an experienced engineer with a strong background in high-speed serial communication and transceiver design. You combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on lab skills, thrive in cross-functional teams, and enjoy mentoring peers. Your expertise in modeling, signal processing, and hardware validation makes you a key contributor to innovative solutions for PCIe and Ethernet protocols.

What You’ll Be Doing:
* Defining architecture and specifications for NRZ/PAM4 serial-link transceivers.
* Modeling system-level performance in Matlab/Simulink/C.
* Leading simulation and sign-off activities across protocols.
* Validating silicon performance and algorithms in the lab.
* Supporting customers with system and algorithmic troubleshooting.
* Collaborating with analog, digital, and hardware teams.

What You’ll Need:
* MSc or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, 8+ years of experience.
* Expertise in SERDES modeling (Matlab/Simulink/C).

* Expertise is scripting/programming/automation
* Knowledge of high-speed analog/digital design.
* Experience with equalization, coding, and CDR architectures.
* Lab validation of NRZ/PAM4 serial links.

The Impact You Will Have:
* Advance high-speed connectivity for enterprise applications.
* Ensure robust, scalable solutions for global customers.
* Drive innovation in SerDes design and validation.
* Accelerate time-to-market for next-gen products.
* Empower customers with expert support.
* Strengthen Synopsys’ industry leadership.

Who You Are:
* Innovative, detail-oriented, and collaborative.
* Strong communicator and mentor.
* Adaptable and customer focused.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:
Join our Enterprise Serdes R&D team, collaborating with experts in analog, digital, and hardware engineering to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

Rewards and Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits. Your recruiter will provide more details during the hiring process.
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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.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.