Physical Design Engineer
Core
Physical design of high-speed communication blocks targeting optimal power, area, and performance within challenging constraints.
Role type
Physical Design Engineer (RTL2GDS)
Builds
High-speed communication chips and networking silicon
Domain
Semiconductor / Networking Silicon
Required skills
RTL2GDS flows, PNR, STA, physical verification, LVS/DRC, physical design integration
Preferred skills
Experience with high cell count and HS blocks, RTL2GDS methodologies
Technologies
Synopsys, Cadence
Responsibilities
Perform physical design of blocks under challenging constraints; Resolve complex timing and congestion problems; Execute full RTL2GDS flow including synthesis, place and route, timing closure, and power/noise analysis; Conduct physical verification.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
