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# Engineering Architecture, Sr Architect

- **Company:** Synopsys
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $225,000.0 - $338,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Architecture, Power Analysis (Cryptography)
- **Published:** July 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ad2ab4b6172c5d3e

## About the Role

* 15+ years in memory PHY architecture and power modeling.
 * Expertise with industry-standard design and simulation tools, including Power Artist and PTPX.
 * Proven experience driving efficient power models and taking responsibility for outcomes.
 * BSEE/MSEE required.
 * Strong analytical and communication skills.
 * Strong digital and/or analog design skills
 * Ability to work effectively with large cross-functional teams.

Who You Are:

 * Strategic, collaborative, and detail-oriented.
 * Inclusive leader and effective communicator.
 * Adaptable and innovative problem-solver.
 * Accountable and results-driven.

## Description

You are a highly experienced architect with a strong background in memory PHYs and power modeling, ready to lead innovation in efficient silicon solutions. With 15+ years in engineering and a BSEE/MSEE, you bring expertise with industry-standard tools-including Power Artist and PTPX-a collaborative spirit, and a passion for mentoring teams and delivering outstanding results. You thrive in environments where you drive power models, collaborate with PHY architects to define architecture that meet product goals, take ownership of outcomes, and work seamlessly with large cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

What You'll Be Doing:

 * Designing and developing power-efficient memory PHY architectures.
 * Driving the creation and optimization of effective power models for memory subsystems.
 * Taking responsibility for project outcomes and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
 * Utilizing tools such as Power Artist and PTPX for power analysis and optimization.
 * Collaborating closely with large cross-functional teams-including engineering, product management, and customers-to align requirements and integration.
 * Mentoring engineers and sharing best practices.
 * Evaluating new technologies or architectural improvements.
 * Supporting IP integration and validation efforts.

The Impact You Will Have:

 * Advance Synopsys' leadership in memory PHY innovation.

 * Drive efficient power modeling practices that enhance product performance and competitiveness.
 * Take ownership of outcomes, ensuring projects meet and exceed expectations.
 * Shape future technology and product direction.
 * Support robust, scalable architectures.
 * Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture across large, multidisciplinary groups.
 * Deliver solutions trusted by leading semiconductor companies.


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