CPU Server Physical Design Methodology, Infrastructure and Automation Engineer
QualcommJob Title
CPU Server Physical Design Methodology, Infrastructure and Automation Engineer
Role Summary
Implement and maintain physical-design infrastructure, methodology, and automation for next-generation CPU server designs. Work with implementation, CAD, methodology and STA teams to deliver infrastructure, dashboards, and automation that improve timing, power, and area signoff flows.
Experience Level
Senior level. Preferred ~10+ years practical experience; minimum qualifications allow as little as 1–2 years depending on degree (see Education Requirements).
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities focus on infrastructure, automation, analytics, and cross-functional support for CPU physical design projects.
- Collaborate with PD, CAD, Methodology, and STA teams to design and deploy infrastructure and dashboards across multiple CPU designs and domains.
- Support block-level implementation teams to analyze and improve optimization methods affecting timing, power, and area.
- Develop automation and prediction models for rapid timing, power, and area estimation.
- Create tooling and visualizations to surface design bottlenecks and productivity metrics.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and practical experience; preferred items listed separately.
- Experience with synthesis, place-and-route, and signoff timing/power analysis using industry EDA flows.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (TCL, Python, Perl). Web/visualization skills (HTML/JS/CSS) are useful for dashboards.
- Ability to analyze metrics, identify root causes, and implement scalable productivity improvements.
- Strong software/programming skills to represent complex data and integrate automation into flows.
- Effective cross-functional communication with implementation and CAD teams.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (with 2+ years relevant experience); OR Master's degree in those fields (with 1+ year relevant experience); OR PhD in a related technical field. Preferred listing also mentions an MS in Electrical Engineering and extensive practical experience (~10 years). Equivalent practical experience is accepted per the listed minimum qualifications.
About the Company
Company: Qualcomm
Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States
Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.
