Lead Member Technical Staff

Job Title

Lead Member Technical Staff

Role Summary

Lead design and development of RTL-to-GDSII flow components with a primary focus on low-power implementation and Place and Route. This is a hands-on technical leadership role owning core modules, driving architecture and algorithms, and mentoring engineering teams.

Experience Level

Senior-level position; requires at least 5+ years of hands-on software development experience, preferably with Electronic Design Automation (EDA).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include design, implementation, and technical leadership of low-power RTL-to-GDSII solutions:

• Design, develop, and maintain core RTL-to-GDSII modules focused on low-power implementation and optimization.
• Lead architecture and implementation of Place and Route components to ensure scalability and performance.
• Develop and optimize algorithms and data structures for efficient design automation workflows.
• Mentor and guide software engineers; promote code quality, best practices, and technical standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and deliver high-impact solutions.

Requirements

Required technical skills and experience:

• At least 5 years of strong hands-on software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ with proven expertise in algorithm design and data structures.
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to architect complex solutions.
• Experience leading or mentoring engineering teams on technical projects.
• Understanding of RTL, gate-level netlists, and digital design concepts.
• Experience in EDA is highly desirable.

Preferred (nice-to-have):

• Knowledge of low-power design methodologies (UPF).
• Experience with Verilog, VHDL, or other hardware description languages.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python and Tcl for automation.
• Background in Place and Route algorithms or physical design automation.

Education Requirements

Graduate or postgraduate degree (Bachelors/Masters) in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), or Computer Science (CS) from a reputable engineering college.

About the Company

Company: Siemens

Headquarters: Munich, Germany

Siemens EDA is a leading global provider of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) products and systems. Their innovative solutions enable companies to enhance the development of electronic products efficiently and effectively, keeping pace with the complex demands of technology and physics. Siemens is committed to delivering advanced workflow solutions that integrate both EDA and MCAD tools for multi-domain design and manufacturing in the semiconductor industry.