SoC Physical Design Engineer, PnR
About the role
In this visible role, you will be directly responsible for the physical implementation of design partition(s) (from netlist to tapeout) for a highly complex SOC utilizing innovative process technology. You will collaborate with architecture, CAD, timing and logic design teams to deliver best in class designs, focusing on back end chip design flow, physical synthesis, floor-planning, place and route, power grid, timing, and physical design verification.
Responsibilities
- Working with the logic design team to understand partition architecture and drive physical aspects early in the design cycle.
- Completing netlist to GDS2 implementation for partition(s) meeting schedule and design goals.
- Timing, physical and electrical verification, and driving the signoff closure for the partitions.
- Resolve and improve design and flow issues related to physical design, identify potential solutions, and drive execution.
Qualifications
- Minimum BS with 0+ years experience
- Basic understanding of logic gates.
- Previous internship/co-op, project work or relevant coursework in computer architecture, VLSI, design, logic design, or circuit design.
Skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition.
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