What Youll Need:

- B.Tech, M.Tech, or MS in Electronics, VLSI, or a related field.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in the Physical Verification (PV) domain.
- Advanced proficiency with EDA tools such as IC Validator, Calibre, Pegasus, and PVS.
- Robust scripting skills in Perl, Tcl, and Python for automation and rule deck development.
- Deep understanding of CMOS layout, ASIC design flows, and foundry process requirements.
- Experience in writing and debugging DRC, LVS, ERC, and DFM rule decks.
- Exposure to competitive EDA tools and awareness of their strengths and limitations.

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Developing and validating DRC, LVS, and Fill runsets (rule deck files) for the Synopsys IC Validator tool, targeting state-of-the-art semiconductor technologies.
- Collaborating closely with leading foundries to understand process requirements and deliver high-quality PV runsets for advanced nodes.
- Automating qualification processes for IC Validator runsets using scripting languages such as Perl, Tcl, and Python.
- Troubleshooting and resolving complex layout verification issues, including LVS discrepancies, DRC violations, and DFM challenges.
- Interfacing directly with customers and FAEs to gather requirements,



provide technical support, and ensure successful deployment of PV solutions.
- Mentoring junior team members, sharing best practices, and contributing to a knowledge-sharing culture within the team.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest EDA tool advancements, competitive products, and foundry process innovations to maintain Synopsys’ technical edge.

The Impact You Will Have:

- Accelerate the adoption and success of Synopsys IC Validator among leading semiconductor foundries and design houses.
- Ensure robust and reliable PV runsets, enabling customers to achieve first-pass silicon success and reduce time-to-market.
- Drive continuous improvement in automation and process efficiency, reducing manual intervention and error-prone steps.
- Enhance customer satisfaction by providing timely and expert solutions to complex verification challenges.
- Contribute to the development of next-generation verification methodologies and best practices within Synopsys.
- Strengthen Synopsys’ reputation as a trusted partner in the global EDA ecosystem through technical excellence and customer-centric support.

📌 Application Engineer - ICV Runset Development (Hyderabad)
🏢 Synopsys
📍 Hyderabad