Analog Design, Sr Manager

Synopsys' Mission: We power the Development, Verification, and Security of the amazing hardware and software inside Smart Everything, enabling the biggest technological transformation the world has ever seen.

We are seeking an experienced analog design manager to lead our high-performance SERDES IP design team. This senior role will oversee all aspects of analog IP development and execution for cutting-edge SerDes architectures targeting advanced process nodes.

Responsibilities:

- Manage and mentor a team of 8-10 senior analog designers focused on high-speed SerDes IP development across multiple projects
- Define architecture specifications and circuit implementation requirements for next-generation SerDes PHY IPs 
- Ensure adherence to project schedules, quality metrics, power/area targets through effective team oversight
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (digital design, physical design, CAD) to integrate analog IP components
- Partner with process engineering teams to enable robust analog IP across advanced FinFET nodes
- Continuously drive design methodology improvements and adoption of latest EDA tools/flows
- Develop and manage operational plan, including staffing, budgets and resource allocation
- Hire, develop and retain top analog engineering talent through active mentorship

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; advanced degree preferred 
-8+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal IC design with a strong background in SerDes architectures
- 2+ years of people management experience leading high-performance analog design teams
- Proven expertise in high-speed I/O design, architectures, circuits, and layout implementation 
- Extensive knowledge of CDR, DFE, CTLE, EQ, decision feedback equalizer design techniques
- Hands-on experience with analog/mixed-signal design flows, tools (Cadence, Synopsys), modeling
- Understanding of FinFET transistor characteristics and design challenges at advanced nodes
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication and people leadership abilities to motivate cross-functional teams