Physical Design Engineer - Mixed Signal IP
QualcommJob Title
Physical Design Engineer - Mixed Signal IP
Role Summary
Join a physical design team in San Diego responsible for implementing mixed-signal IP such as high-speed DDR, USB, PCI, PLL and mixed digital/analog blocks. The role focuses on delivering IP implementation through the RTL-to-GDS flow, ensuring first-time silicon success in nanometer technologies.
Experience Level
Mid-level (Mid-Career); minimum 6 years of physical design engineering experience.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include leading technical execution, coordinating deliverables, and mentoring team members.
- Provide technical leadership and direction for project execution.
- Manage project timelines and deliverables to closure.
- Mentor and guide team members in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborate with design and cross-functional teams.
- Communicate technical and non-technical issues clearly in writing and verbally.
- Troubleshoot technical problems and make informed design decisions.
Requirements
Must-have skills and experience for successful candidates.
- Minimum 6 years of physical design engineering experience with successful tapeouts in nanometer technologies.
- Understanding of complex foundry design rules and requirements.
- In-depth knowledge of RTL-to-GDS physical design flow, including floor-planning, placement (automatic and custom), multi-voltage domains, pre-placement/pre-routing, PDN planning, place & route, clock tree synthesis and customization, and static timing analysis (constraints and fixing violations).
- Physical verification experience: DRC, LVS, ERC, DFM. Virtuoso experience is a plus.
- Experience with industry tools: Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor, Ansys.
- Programming and automation skills: Python, C++, TCL, Perl, Awk; experience with Verilog/VHDL and Unix/Linux.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering required; specifically Bachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical fields.
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.
