San Jose, CA · On-site
$159K - $164K/yr
Position: Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Hybrid Duration: 12 Months VISA: H-1, USC Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineer to support the ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$159K - $164K/yr
Position: Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Hybrid Duration: 12 Months VISA: H-1, USC Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineer to support the ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$70 - $80/hr
Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Hybrid Duration: 12 Months VISA: H-1, GC, USC is okay C2C Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineer to support the ...
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San Jose, CA · On-site
$70 - $80/hr
Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Hybrid Duration: 12 Months VISA: H-1, GC, USC is okay C2C Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineer to support the ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$144K - $148K/yr
Hello, Tittle-Physical Design Engineer Location- San Diego, California, San Jose, CA and Irvine, CA Job Type- Fulltime Physical Design Engineer We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$144K - $148K/yr
Hello, Tittle-Physical Design Engineer Location- San Diego, California, San Jose, CA and Irvine, CA Job Type- Fulltime Physical Design Engineer We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Cupertino, CA · On-site
$167K - $172K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
$159K - $164K/yr
Physical Design Engineer Duties: We're seeking an experienced physical design engineer in the development of high-performance, low-power GPU top level design. Successful candidates are responsible ...
$159K - $164K/yr
Physical Design Engineer Duties: We're seeking an experienced physical design engineer in the development of high-performance, low-power GPU top level design. Successful candidates are responsible ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
West Menlo Park, CA · On-site
$80 - $150/hr
Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Handling the physical design implementation for various partitions using advanced tech, including things like physical-aware logic synthesis, design ...
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West Menlo Park, CA · On-site
$80 - $150/hr
Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Handling the physical design implementation for various partitions using advanced tech, including things like physical-aware logic synthesis, design ...
San Jose, CA · On-site +1
$159K - $164K/yr
Physical Design Engineer Location: 100% Remote Duration: Long Term Contract role Responsibilities * Develop and own physical design implementation of multi-hierarchy low-power designs including ...
San Jose, CA · On-site +1
$159K - $164K/yr
Physical Design Engineer Location: 100% Remote Duration: Long Term Contract role Responsibilities * Develop and own physical design implementation of multi-hierarchy low-power designs including ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$159K - $163K/yr
Hi, Job Title: Physical Design Engineer (PnR / PPA / Timing Closure) Location : Mountain View, CA Responsibilities: We are looking for a Physical Design Engineer with strong expertise in Place ...
Mountain View, CA · On-site
$159K - $163K/yr
Hi, Job Title: Physical Design Engineer (PnR / PPA / Timing Closure) Location : Mountain View, CA Responsibilities: We are looking for a Physical Design Engineer with strong expertise in Place ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$160K - $164K/yr
We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and unusually hardworking Physical Design Engineer. As a member of our wide-ranging group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming ...
Sunnyvale, CA · On-site
$159K - $164K/yr
Physical Design Engineer Location:Sunnyvale, CA OR Austin,TX Duration: Long term experience: 5-18 years only ( No 18+ years profile) Job Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled Physical Design ...
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Sunnyvale, CA · On-site
$159K - $164K/yr
Physical Design Engineer Location:Sunnyvale, CA OR Austin,TX Duration: Long term experience: 5-18 years only ( No 18+ years profile) Job Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled Physical Design ...
$129K - $225K/yr
Description As a Physical Design engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHY design from RTL to delivery of our final GDSII.","responsibilities":"Generate ...
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Description As a Physical Design engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHY design from RTL to delivery of our final GDSII.","responsibilities":"Generate ...
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Description As a Physical Design engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHY design from RTL to delivery of our final GDSII. Your responsibilities include ...
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Description As a Physical Design engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHY design from RTL to delivery of our final GDSII. Your responsibilities include ...
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Description As a Physical Design engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHY design from RTL to delivery of our final GDSII.","responsibilities":"Your ...
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Description As a Physical Design engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHY design from RTL to delivery of our final GDSII.","responsibilities":"Your ...
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A Physical Design Engineer is responsible for transforming logical circuit designs into a physical layout that can be manufactured as an integrated circuit (IC). They focus on key aspects like floor planning, placement, clock tree synthesis (CTS), routing, and timing closure while ensuring power and performance optimization. They work with Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools and collaborate with front-end designers to meet design specifications. The role requires proficiency in tools such as Cadence, Synopsys, or Mentor Graphics and knowledge of processes like ASIC or SoC design.
To thrive as a Physical Design Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, experience with ASIC or SoC design methodologies, and a deep understanding of digital circuit fundamentals. Proficiency with EDA tools like Synopsys, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics, as well as familiarity with scripting languages and industry certifications, is highly valued. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are essential soft skills for this role. These qualifications are crucial as they enable efficient chip design, ensure successful project delivery, and foster productive collaboration in complex engineering environments.
As a Physical Design Engineer, your daily responsibilities typically include taking logical circuit designs and translating them into physical layouts, performing floorplanning, placement, and routing of blocks, and conducting timing closure and verification. You will use specialized EDA tools to ensure that designs meet performance, power, and area requirements, collaborating closely with design, verification, and manufacturing teams. The role also involves resolving design issues, optimizing chip layouts, and preparing design data for fabrication. Working in this position provides exposure to advanced technology nodes and the opportunity to contribute directly to the development of cutting-edge semiconductor products.
$159K - $164K/yr
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Posted 11 days ago
Position: Physical Design Engineer
Location: San Jose, CA Hybrid
Duration: 12 Months
VISA: H-1, USC
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineer to support the implementation of high-performance semiconductor designs targeting advanced process technologies. This contract position will focus on synthesis, floorplanning, physical implementation, and performance optimization for complex, timing-sensitive designs while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
Execute RTL synthesis for complex ASIC and SoC designs using Cadence Genus.
Optimize designs for power, performance, and area (PPA) throughout the synthesis and physical design flow.
Develop and improve floorplans using Cadence Innovus, ensuring efficient utilization and routing.
Collaborate with RTL, architecture, and design teams to provide feedback on timing, constraints, and implementation strategies.
Partner with physical implementation and place-and-route teams to achieve timing closure and design quality goals.
Analyze timing challenges, identify critical paths, and recommend design improvements to improve convergence.
Support physical implementation activities from synthesis through implementation while maintaining design quality and schedule objectives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
5+ years of experience in ASIC or SoC Physical Design.
Hands-on expertise with Cadence Genus for synthesis and Cadence Innovus for floorplanning and implementation.
Experience working on large, high-performance semiconductor designs with demanding timing requirements.
Strong knowledge of synthesis, timing analysis, physical implementation, and PPA optimization.
Experience with advanced semiconductor process technologies such as 5nm, 3nm, or newer.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with RTL, architecture, physical design, and implementation teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting complex SoC, AI, HPC, or accelerator designs.
Strong understanding of timing closure methodologies and synthesis-to-implementation correlation.
Familiarity with advanced implementation flows, design constraints, and physical optimization techniques.
Proven ability to collaborate with globally distributed engineering teams to deliver successful silicon implementations.
