Full Time

Sr. Physical Design Engineer

Dice
$110,000 - $150,000* / year (about $53–$72 an hour)

Job Description

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Job Overview

The Sr. Physical Design Engineer at Dice will play a pivotal role in the physical design and implementation of complex integrated circuits. This position entails the comprehensive planning, execution, and optimization of design layouts to meet stringent performance requirements while ensuring manufacturability and adherence to industry standards. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality designs that exceed expectations and fulfill project deadlines.



Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute physical design flows for advanced semiconductor technology nodes.
  • Perform detailed layout design and verification for digital and mixed-signal circuits.
  • Optimize power, performance, and area (PPA) of designs through various design methodologies.
  • Conduct timing closure, signal integrity, and physical verification analysis to ensure design quality.
  • Collaborate with RTL designers and verification teams to facilitate the seamless integration of designs.
  • Review design requirements and specifications to ensure compliance with functional and manufacturability standards.
  • Utilize EDA tools for design automation and ensure adherence to best practices in physical design.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in physical design and layout of integrated circuits.
  • Proficiency in leading EDA tools such as Cadence, Synopsys, or Mentor Graphics.
  • Extensive knowledge of DRC, LVS, and tape-out processes.
  • Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and packaging technologies.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Tcl, Perl, or Python.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail through prior work experience.


Technologies & Tools

The Sr. Physical Design Engineer will work extensively with cutting-edge Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, including but not limited to Cadence Innovus, Synopsys IC Compiler, and Mentor Graphics Calibre. Familiarity with advanced simulation tools, scripting languages, and version control systems is essential for the efficient execution of design projects. The engineer will also leverage design methodologies applicable to various technology nodes, aiming to deliver optimal layouts.



Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for the Sr. Physical Design Engineer position are ones who exhibit strong analytical and critical thinking abilities. They should be highly motivated self-starters committed to producing high-quality work under tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills are vital for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, as well as the ability to navigate complex technical challenges with innovative solutions. A keen attention to detail and a passion for continuous learning and improvement in semiconductor design technology are essential traits for success in this role.

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