Physical Synthesis Implementation Engineer

Job Title

Physical Synthesis Implementation Engineer

Role Summary

Perform digital synthesis and static timing analysis (STA) for complex ASIC/digital designs as part of the ASICS Engineering team. Deliver timing closure, implementation optimization, and maintain synthesis/STA methodologies while working with design, verification, and product teams.

Experience Level

Entry-level — 0–1+ years of relevant hardware or ASIC implementation experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include synthesis, timing analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to meet performance and power targets.

• Perform digital synthesis and static timing analysis for complex digital designs.
• Collaborate with design, verification and product/PD teams to ensure timing closure and optimize implementations.
• Develop and maintain synthesis and STA scripts, flows, and methodologies.
• Analyze and resolve timing issues in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Run low-power checks and logic equivalency checks.
• Participate in design reviews and advise on timing and synthesis aspects.
• Document and report synthesis and STA results with findings and recommendations.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and competencies required on entry.

• Familiarity with EDA synthesis tools (e.g., Synopsys Design Compiler, Cadence Genus).
• Knowledge of static timing analysis and timing-closure techniques.
• Basic understanding of digital design principles and VLSI concepts.
• Experience with scripting languages such as TCL, Perl, or Python.
• Strong verbal and written communication and ability to work across teams.
• Analytical problem-solving using deductive and inductive methods.

Nice-to-have:

• 0–1+ years hardware engineering or related practical experience.

Education Requirements

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Preferred: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

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.