Cpu Lead Physical Design Engineer Job in Qualcomm

Cpu Lead Physical Design Engineer

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Job Summary General Summary: Qualcomm is a global leader in designing and developing advanced semiconductor solutions. We are seeking an experienced CPU Lead Physical Design Engineer to join our world-class team and contribute to the implementation of high-performance CPU designs. You will lead the physical design aspects of next-generation CPU cores, collaborating closely with architecture, RTL, and verification teams to deliver industry-leading solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology nodes, including 5nm, 3nm, and below, and play a vital role in Qualcomm s advanced CPU product development. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the physical design (PD) of high-performance CPU cores from RTL to GDSII. Drive floorplanning, power grid design, and timing closure at block and full-chip levels. Optimize designs for power, performance, and area (PPA) while meeting stringent timing, power, and signal integrity requirements. Collaborate with architecture, RTL, and verification teams to ensure design feasibility and conduct implementation reviews. Ensure delivery of high-quality designs that meet DFT, DFM, and reliability requirements. Perform Static Timing Analysis (STA) and resolve timing violations using industry-standard tools. Drive ECO (Engineering Change Order) implementation to address design issues and ensure successful closure. Mentor and guide junior engineers in physical design methodologies and best practices. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 8+ years of experience in physical design. A Master s degree is preferred. Proven experience in CPU or high-performance IP physical design at advanced technology nodes (7nm, 5nm, or 3nm). Expertise in place-and-route (PnR) tools such as Synopsys ICC2, Cadence Innovus, or equivalent. Strong understanding of timing analysis, power analysis, signal integrity, and design closure. Experience with physical verification (DRC, LVS) and IR/EM analysis. Proficiency in scripting languages (Tcl, Python, Perl) for design automation. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of CPU architecture and microarchitecture. Experience with low-power design techniques such as multi-Vt, power gating, and dynamic voltage scaling. Familiarity with EDA tools for timing, power, and physical verification. Strong leadership and team collaboration skills. Why Join Qualcomm? At Qualcomm, you ll work in a dynamic environment at the forefront of innovation. We offer: Continuous learning opportunities. Flexible working arrangements. Collaboration with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Join us and help shape the future of high-performance computing!
Experience Required :

8 to 12 Years

Vacancy :

2 - 4 Hires

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