CPU Physical Design Engineer

Job Title

CPU Physical Design Engineer

Role Summary

Perform RTL-to-GDSII physical implementation for high-performance CPU designs, covering synthesis, place-and-route, clock-tree synthesis, timing closure, power and reliability signoff. Collaborate with logic, circuit, architecture, design-automation teams and EDA vendors to deliver manufacturable, high-speed, low-power CPU products.

This position requires on-site presence in Bangalore as part of a multi-disciplinary CPU design team.

Experience Level

Mid-level; typically requires 3+ years of relevant physical-design experience.

Responsibilities

Execute and verify physical design flows and contribute to methodology and automation improvements.

• Implement physical design from RTL to GDSII: synthesis, floorplanning, placement, routing, and clock-tree synthesis.
• Perform static timing analysis, timing closure, and timing signoff flows.
• Analyze and optimize power distribution, power estimation, and multiple power-domain designs.
• Conduct reliability, power-integrity, signal-integrity, LVS/DRC, and layout/electrical verification.
• Perform formal equivalence checks and other verification required for signoff.
• Optimize designs for power, frequency, and area trade-offs.
• Work with EDA vendors to enhance tool capabilities for high-speed, low-power CPU development.
• Develop and improve physical-design methodologies and flow automation.

Requirements

Key technical must-haves and preferred skills.

• Hands-on experience with synthesis, placement, CTS, and routing tools; experience on Synopsys and Cadence toolchains.
• Proficiency in timing signoff, static timing analysis, and formal verification methodologies.
• Experience implementing low-power design techniques and analyzing multiple power domains.
• Knowledge of submicron process node technologies and layout verification (LVS/DRC).
• Experience with power estimation, power delivery methodologies, and power optimization.

Preferred:

• Scripting for automation using Tcl, Perl, or Python.
• Experience with Verilog or VHDL.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to collaborate across geographies.
• Experience with feature feasibility studies and structured design-flow methodologies.

Education Requirements

B.Tech or M.Tech in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering. The posting specifies 3+ years of relevant experience.

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.