Physical Design Engineer

Job Summary : We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Physical Design Engineer with over 10 years of experience in the RTL to GDS flow. This full-time role will be based in Bangalore Karnataka. The ideal candidate will possess strong scripting skills, have hands-on experience with 3nm, 5nm nodes, and have a proven track record in physical design.

Key Responsibilities

Physical design efforts from RTL to GDS, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of projects

Perform floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis (CTS), routing, and physical verification

Develop and maintain scripts for automation of physical design tasks, improving efficiency and reliability

Collaborate with RTL designers, DFT engineers, and verification teams to resolve design issues and achieve timing closure

Conduct power, performance, and area (PPA) optimization to meet design specifications

Review and analyze physical design reports, including timing, signal integrity, and power analysis, and implement necessary changes

Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Stay updated with the latest advancements in physical design tools and methodologies, and integrate best practices into the design process

• .Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

10+ years of experience in physical design, with a comprehensive understanding of the RTL to GDS flow

Hands-on experience with 3nm, 5nm process nodes

Expertise in physical design tools such as Cadence Innovus, Synopsys ICC2, or similar

Strong proficiency in scripting languages such as Tcl, Perl, or Python for automation of design tasks

Proven experience in achieving timing closure, optimizing for PPA, and resolving complex design issues

Solid understanding of digital design principles, including clock distribution, signal integrity, and power analysis

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Knowledge of low-power design techniques and methodologies

Familiarity with version control systems and collaborative development tools

Experience with physical verification tools such as Calibre or Mentor Graphics