Static Timing Analysis (STA) Engineer

Static Timing Analysis (STA) Engineer Job Description

Job Summary

The Static Timing Analysis (STA) Engineer will own the timing sign-off and closure for complex integrated circuits (ICs) and / or System-on-Chips (SoCs). This role involves defining and validating timing constraints, performing multi-mode multi-corner (MMMC) timing analysis, and collaborating with design and physical design teams to achieve the target operating frequency and performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities

Timing Sign-off and Analysis

Timing Closure Ownership : Drive all aspects of timing closure from pre-layout to post-layout for blocks, sub-systems, and / or the full chip.

Constraint Management : Develop, validate, and maintain Synopsys Design Constraints (SDC) and timing constraints for all functional and test modes (e.g., Scan, MBIST).

MMMC Analysis : Perform comprehensive timing analysis across multiple operating corners (Process, Voltage, Temperature - PVT) and various modes (Multi-Mode Multi-Corner).

Critical Path Identification : Analyze timing reports to identify and debug critical paths and resolve all Setup and Hold violations.

Signal Integrity (SI) & Noise : Incorporate advanced timing effects such as on-chip variation (OCV), signal integrity (crosstalk), and voltage drop (IR-drop aware STA) into the sign-off process.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Electronics Engineering, VLSI, or a related field.

Technical Skills & Experience

Experience :

3+ years of experience in physical design, with a proven track record of tape-outs in advanced process nodes (e.g., 16nm, 7nm, 5nm, or lower).

EDA Tools :

Expert proficiency with industry-standard

Electronic Design Automation (EDA)

tools from vendors like Synopsys (e.g., Fusion Compiler, ICC2, Primetime), Cadence (e.g., Innovus), or Mentor Graphics.

Soft Skills

Excellent analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across different engineering disciplines.

Experience Level : - 3yrs to 15yrs

Notice Period : - Immediate to 60 Days

Work Location : - Bangalore

Mode of Work : - WFO

Employment Type : - Permanent