Job Description

Job Summary

Define and implement the overall physical design strategy for assigned projects, considering factors like performance, power, and area

• Perform floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis (CTS), and routing for complex digital circuits
• Ensure adherence to design rules and manufacturability guidelines
• Utilize physical design tools and methodologies (place and route tools, static timing analysis tools) to achieve timing closure and optimal physical design

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with design, verification, and layout teams to ensure seamless integration throughout the design flow

• Participate in design reviews and provide technical leadership on physical design aspects
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree a plus)
• solid experience in physical design of ASICs or SoCs

Skill Requirements

Proven track record of leading and mentoring a physical design team to successful tapeouts

• In-depth knowledge of physical design methodologies (floorplanning, placement, routing, CTS, static timing analysis)
• Expertise in industry-standard physical design tools (place and route tools, static timing analysis tools)
• Strong understanding of digital design concepts and principles (combinational logic, sequential logic)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on achieving timing closure and design optimization

Other Requirements

Effective communication, collaboration, and leadership skills to motivate and guide the team

• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines