Jobs via Dice ยท 18 hours ago
ASIC Power Engineer
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expDice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers, and they are seeking a highly experienced ASIC Power Engineer to support power analysis and optimization for next-generation AR/VR silicon products. This role focuses on power, performance, and area optimization across RTL and netlist levels, collaborating with various teams to ensure effective power management.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Perform ASIC power analysis and optimization at RTL and gate-level (netlist)
Drive PPA optimization using Synopsys Fusion Compiler
Run and analyze reports from ASIC flows including Synthesis, Power, Timing, and Physical Design
Develop scripts to post-process log and report files for data extraction, formatting, and analysis
Implement and review RTL blocks and UPF-based power intent
Analyze power trade-offs across design and backend implementation
Support power profiling at IP and SoC levels
Document methodologies, results, and findings clearly and effectively
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve power-related issues
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience as an ASIC Power Engineer, Physical Design Engineer, or CAD Engineer
Strong experience with power estimation and analysis tools
Hands-on knowledge of low-power design techniques and power trade-offs
Experience with RTL and netlist-level power analysis
Proficiency in Python, Tcl, and/or SystemVerilog scripting
Familiarity with end-to-end ASIC flows (Synthesis, PD, Power, Timing)
Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience with Synopsys tools: DC, ICC, Fusion Compiler, PrimePower/PTPX, VCS, Verdi
and/or Cadence Joules
Knowledge of UPF power intent specifications
Experience with silicon power characterization
Exposure to IP/SoC-level power profiling
Strong skills in data analytics and visualization
Experience using Excel and/or Matlab for data analysis and model fitting
Background supporting AR/VR or Machine Learning silicon products
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