Physical Design Engineer (PNR/Physical Verification/STA/EMIR)
At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
The candidate will have the opportunity to work on many varieties of challenging designs, i.e. low power and high speed design. As well as participating in or leading next generation PHY IP physical design, methodology and flow development, the candidate will work closely with our RTL design team & Analog Team to ensure successful tapeouts.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
-Participating in or leading next-generation physical design, methodology, and flow development in advanced technology nodes.
-Perform physical design implementation, including floor planning, power grid design, place and route, clock tree synthesis, timing closure, power/signal integrity signoff, physical verification (DRC/LVS/Antenna), EM/IR signoff, DFM Closure.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor or above degree in majors of EE/CS/IT, with 5+ years work experience
- Extensive knowledge of the design rule for the process of N7/N5 and below
- Knowledge of scripting languages and use in methodology
- Ability of fixing the physical design violations, including: DRC, DFM, LVS, ANT, ERC etc.
- Deep experience of static timing analysis
- Ability to learn quickly
- High level of communication and teamwork
- Carefulness, responsibility, and persistence
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Health Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion