CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

A leading technology company that designs and manufactures semiconductors and wireless telecommunications products.
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Staff Software Engineer
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Description For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

Qualcomm, through its NUVIA division, is seeking a CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer to join their team in Bangalore. This role is crucial in building and supporting implementation tools and flows that ensure their custom CPUs achieve industry-leading power, performance, and area metrics. The position offers an opportunity to work with some of the most talented engineers in the world, creating designs that push the boundaries of performance and energy efficiency.

The role combines deep technical expertise in physical design with tool development and automation. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining sophisticated place-and-route CAD flows, working closely with worldwide CPU physical design teams, and collaborating with EDA vendors. This position requires extensive experience in high-performance chip design, particularly in advanced technology nodes.

Qualcomm offers a comprehensive benefits package including world-class health coverage, financial planning programs, and continuous learning opportunities. The company fosters an inclusive culture where innovative ideas are encouraged and valued. As part of NUVIA at Qualcomm, you'll be at the forefront of reimagining silicon design and creating transformative computing platforms.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise in physical design, programming skills in Tcl and Python, and a proven track record in managing complex place-and-route flows. This role offers the opportunity to make significant contributions to next-generation CPU designs while working with cutting-edge technology and tools.

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Responsibilities For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

  • Develop, integrate and release new features in high-performance place-and-route CAD flow
  • Architect and recommend methodology improvements for optimal power, performance and area
  • Maintain, support and debug implementation flows
  • Work with worldwide CPU physical design teams to provide methodology guidance
  • Work with EDA vendors to define roadmap and resolve tool issues

Requirements For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field with 6+ years experience
  • High level of proficiency in Tcl and Python
  • Experience with automation
  • Experience with advanced technology nodes (5nm or lower)
  • Strong understanding of digital design, timing analysis and physical verification
  • Experience with industry-standard place-and-route tools like Cadence Innovus
  • Experience with Physical Design tasks including place-and-route, analysis, timing sign-off and PDV

Benefits For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Mental Health Assistance
  • World-class health coverage
  • Financial planning programs
  • Emotional/mental support resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Continuous learning and development programs
  • Mentorship programs

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