Description
Our Hardware Engineers at Synopsys are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. They work on intricate tasks such as chip architecture, circuit design, and verification to ensure the efficiency and reliability of semiconductor products. These engineers play a crucial role in advancing technology and enabling innovations in various industries.
Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and driven Physical Design Engineer with a strong foundation in RTL2GDSII flows and a proven ability to independently own and deliver complex designs. With at least 5 years of hands-on experience in advanced technology nodes such as 7nm, 5nm, or even 3nm, you thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments and are eager to tackle new technical challenges. Your expertise spans the entire physical design spectrum,from synthesis, place & route, and clock tree synthesis (CTS) to timing optimization, static timing analysis (STA), timing closure, EMIR, and physical verification. You have experience in both block-level and full-chip floor-planning, and you’re adept at navigating timing constraints and closing timing on aggressive schedules. Your toolset includes industry-leading Synopsys solutions like Design Compiler, IC Compiler II, and PrimeTime, allowing you to deliver optimal results for high-frequency, low-power designs.
Responsibilities
- Independently own and drive full RTL2GDSII physical design implementation for advanced process nodes (7nm/5nm/3nm), ensuring successful tape-outs.
- Execute synthesis, place & route, clock tree synthesis (CTS), timing optimization, and static timing analysis (STA) to meet stringent performance and power targets.
- Perform block-level and full-chip floor-planning, physical verification, EMIR analysis, and timing closure activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies to resolve complex design challenges and ensure design quality and schedule adherence.
- Utilize and optimize Synopsys EDA tools, including Design Compiler, IC Compiler II, and PrimeTime, to deliver state-of-the-art silicon solutions.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python, PERL, TCL, or other relevant languages to streamline design flows and improve efficiency.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of design methodologies and best practices, sharing insights and mentoring junior engineers as needed.
Impact
- Accelerate the delivery of high-performance, low-power silicon solutions that power next-generation technology platforms worldwide.
- Enable Synopsys customers to achieve first-pass silicon success through robust and innovative physical design implementations.
- Drive technical excellence and best practices within the team, influencing the future direction of physical design methodologies at Synopsys.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture by working seamlessly with global teams and sharing technical expertise.
- Contribute to Synopsys’ leadership in EDA tools adoption, providing valuable feedback to enhance product offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Support strategic customer engagements and help expand Synopsys' presence in the semiconductor ecosystem through successful project outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (BE/BTech/MTech or equivalent) in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in physical design, particularly in advanced technology nodes (7nm/5nm/3nm).
- Comprehensive hands-on experience with RTL2GDSII flows, including synthesis, place & route, CTS, timing optimization, STA, EMIR, and physical verification.
- Proficiency with Synopsys EDA tools such as Design Compiler, IC Compiler II, and PrimeTime.
- Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, PERL, TCL, or similar languages.
- Solid understanding of timing constraints, timing closure, and floor-planning techniques for both block-level and full-chip designs.
- Exposure to high-frequency design and low-power design methodologies.
Team
You’ll join a world-class team of physical design engineers at Synopsys, dedicated to delivering innovative system design solutions for our global customers. Our team thrives on collaboration, technical excellence, and a shared passion for pushing the boundaries of semiconductor design. Working closely with experts across multiple domains, you will play a key role in empowering customers to achieve their silicon goals while contributing to Synopsys’ leadership in the industry.
Rewards and Benefits
We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.