Physical Design Engineer
BroadcomJob Title
Physical Design Engineer
Role Summary
Junior physical design engineer based in Broadcom's Bulgaria offices. The role focuses on block-level ASIC backend implementation for advanced process nodes.
Main responsibilities include driving block-level place-and-route, performing timing analysis, and executing DRC/LVS verification as part of the ASIC physical design implementation team supporting top-tier customers.
Experience Level
Entry-level / Junior. The posting indicates a junior-level role; no specific years of experience were provided.
Responsibilities
Core responsibilities expected for this role include:
- Execute block-level physical design (place and route) for ASIC projects targeting advanced nodes (5nm/3nm/2nm).
- Perform timing closure and timing analysis at block level.
- Run and resolve DRC and LVS verification issues during implementation.
- Collaborate with the ASIC physical design implementation team and other engineering stakeholders to meet project requirements and schedules.
- Support integration and handoff activities for blocks within larger SoC flows.
Requirements
Concise summary of expected skills and experience.
- Must-have: Experience or familiarity with block-level place-and-route, timing analysis, and DRC/LVS verification in an ASIC physical design flow.
- Must-have: Familiarity with advanced process node challenges (e.g., 5nm/3nm/2nm) and backend implementation considerations.
- Nice-to-have: Prior ASIC project experience, scripting experience (Tcl, Python) for automation, and exposure to common EDA tools and signoff flows.
- Nice-to-have: Experience working in cross-functional teams delivering complex SoC projects for large customers.
Education Requirements
Not specified.
About the Company
Company: Broadcom
Headquarters: Irvine, California, United States
Broadcom is a global technology leader that designs, develops, and supplies a wide range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. The company is known for its innovations in wireless and broadband communications, enabling a connected world.
