Principal SerDes Systems Engineer

Search Jobs Find Jobs For Where? Search Jobs Principal SerDes Systems Engineer Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Engineering Employee $151000-$226000 Apply Save Job Share • Email • LinkedIn • X • Facebook Jump to • Overview • Job Description • Benefits • Culture • How We Hire Overview Our 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 Video Job Description Date posted 06/16/2026 Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 14488 Base Salary Range $151000-$226000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 06/16/2026 Locations: This role can be based in either our Mississauga or Ottawa Offices. 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 an accomplished engineer with deep expertise in analog, digital, and communications theory, passionate about high-speed serial-link transceiver development. With an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering, you thrive in multidisciplinary environments, collaborating with analog, digital, and hardware engineers to push the boundaries of silicon IP. You bring both theoretical rigor and practical experience to every challenge, leveraging your modeling skills in MATLAB/Simulink and your hands-on knowledge of circuit design and DSP. You are motivated by innovation and precision, continuously seeking to optimize performance across diverse protocols and channels. Your analytical mindset allows you to diagnose complex system-level issues, propose robust algorithms, and correlate simulated results with silicon measurements. You possess a strong understanding of equalization, coding, noise/crosstalk filtering, and are familiar with both wireline and optical protocols. Beyond technical prowess, you are a collaborative problem-solver, eager to mentor peers and share knowledge. You value diversity and inclusivity, believing that the best solutions arise from collective perspectives. You adapt quickly to evolving technologies, maintain meticulous attention to detail, and communicate effectively with both technical and customer stakeholders. Your ambition is to be at the forefront of innovation, helping transform the industry and empower customers to achieve breakthrough results. What You’ll Be Doing: • Developing and maintaining SerDes system models for NRZ and PAM4 transceivers targeting PCIe (128Gbps+) and Ethernet (200Gbps+) standards. • Running comprehensive system simulations to verify and sign-off design performance across multiple protocols and channels. • Designing and proposing advanced algorithms to calibrate and adapt transceivers for optimal performance. • Correlating simulated performance with silicon measurements to ensure accuracy and reliability. • Providing expert assistance to customers for system-level performance issues and troubleshooting. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams of analog, digital, and hardware engineers throughout all stages of development. • Contributing to lab testing and analysis for high-speed serial links, ensuring robust design validation. The Impact You Will Have: • Accelerate the development of bleeding-edge silicon IP, enabling rapid integration of advanced capabilities into SoCs. • Drive innovation in high-speed SerDes design, setting industry benchmarks for performance and reliability. • Enhance product differentiation for customers, helping them meet unique performance, power, and size requirements. • Reduce risk and time-to-market for complex silicon products by delivering robust, predesigned IP blocks. • Expand the reach of Synopsys’ portfolio, supporting both wireline and optical applications across global markets. • Empower customers with technical expertise and hands-on support, ensuring successful implementations and satisfaction. What You’ll Need: • M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering. • Strong experience modeling circuits and systems in MATLAB/Simulink. • Expertise in designing high-speed analog CMOS circuits. • Solid understanding of DSP and communications theory, including equalization, coding, and noise/crosstalk filtering. • Proficiency in analyzing link budgets for NRZ and/or PAM4 high-speed serial links. • Familiarity with wireline protocols (PCIe, Ethernet, JESD204C, CPRI) and optical protocols (LINEAR, RTLR). • Experience with circuit topologies used in high-speed SerDes Tx/Rx and Tx/Rx equalization techniques. • Hands-on lab testing for high-speed serial links and proficiency in C/Verilog-A/systemVerilog. Who You Are: • Innovative thinker with a passion for cutting-edge technology. • Collaborative team player who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment. • Analytical problem-solver with meticulous attention to detail. • Effective communicator, able to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences. • Adaptable and eager to learn, keeping pace with evolving industry trends. • Customer-focused, dedicated to delivering exceptional support and results. The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:You will join a dynamic R&D team at Synopsys dedicated to developing high-performance serial-link transceivers for wireline and optical applications. The team is a blend of experienced analog and digital designers, hardware engineers, and system architects, united by a shared vision to advance silicon IP technology. Collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence are at the heart of our work, with a strong culture of mentorship and innovation. 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. 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 hr-help-canada@synopsys.com. Apply Save Job test Share • Email • LinkedIn • X • Facebook Benefits At 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. Visit Benefits Page • Health & Wellness Comprehensive medical and healthcare plans that work for you and your family. • Time Away In addition to company holidays, we have ETO and FTO Programs. • Family Support Maternity and paternity leave, parenting resources, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and more. • ESPP Purchase Synopsys common stock at a 15% discount, with a 24 month look-back. • Retirement Plans Save for your future with our retirement plans that vary by region and country. • Compensation Competitive salaries. ** Benefits vary by country and region - check with your recruiter to confirm Get an idea of what your daily routine around the office can be like Explore Mississauga View Map Hiring Journey at Synopsys Apply When you apply to join us, your resume, skills, and experience are first reviewed for consideration. Phone Screen Once 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. Interview Next 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. Offer Congratulations! 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! Onboarding There 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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