CAD-Synthesis Engineer
ArmJob Title
CAD-Synthesis Engineer
Role Summary
The CAD-Synthesis Engineer develops and deploys scalable synthesis methodologies, sequences, and automation to optimize Arm-based SoC implementation. The role sits in the Chip Methodology & Automation team and works across IP, architecture, and product engineering to deliver production-ready flows that improve quality, efficiency, and time to market.
Experience Level
Mid-level. The role expects typically 5+ years of experience in low-power synthesis and DFT insertion.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include designing and delivering synthesis methodologies and supporting front-end teams in their use:
- Develop and implement methodologies and automation for low-power synthesis and DFT insertion.
- Improve, deploy, and maintain the synthesis workflow and tools (SIMPL or comparable tools).
- Add features and integration hooks to the synthesis flow and enable front-end teams to run and analyze results.
- Troubleshoot PPA bottlenecks and recommend power-user features to improve quality.
- Assist front-end teams with limited synthesis exposure to resolve issues and validate flows.
- Work with advanced process nodes to achieve target PPA across multiple technodes.
- Ensure successful deployment and scaling of methodologies to production teams.
Requirements
Concise list of must-have and nice-to-have skills.
- Must-have: 5+ years of proven experience in low-power synthesis and DFT insertion.
- Must-have: Strong experience building scalable techniques and automation for synthesis flows.
- Must-have: Strong debugging, triaging and support skills; ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Must-have: Experience with advanced process technodes and achieving PPA targets across nodes.
- Nice-to-have: Familiarity with EDA vendor tools and vendor collaboration.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with the SIMPL tool or comparable synthesis software.
- Nice-to-have: Proven ability to build reusable infrastructure and automation solutions.
Education Requirements
Not specified.
About the Company
Company: Arm
Headquarters: Cambridge, United Kingdom
ARM is a global leader in semiconductor and software design, driving innovation in computing technology. The company specializes in designing processors and systems that provide the essential building blocks for electronic devices. ARM's architecture is widely used in smartphones, servers, and IoT devices, and its collaborative culture fosters bold thinking, diversity, and high-impact benefits for its talented workforce.
