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Programming.com · 1 day ago

ASIC Physical Design Engineer

positionMaynard, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date7+ years exp
Programming.com is seeking a Senior ASIC Physical Design Engineer to drive RTL-to-GDSII implementation for advanced-node ASIC/SoC designs. This hands-on role requires strong ownership of block or partition-level implementation and the ability to deliver signoff-clean designs under aggressive tape-out schedules.
ConsultingSoftwareInformation TechnologyInformation Services

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end physical implementation from netlist to GDSII
Perform floorplanning, macro placement, power planning, placement, CTS, and routing
Drive timing closure across setup/hold and signal integrity issues
Perform Static Timing Analysis using PrimeTime or Tempus
Implement ECOs and support late-stage timing convergence
Execute physical verification (DRC, LVS, ERC, antenna checks)
Analyze and resolve congestion, IR drop, and EM issues
Collaborate closely with RTL, synthesis, and full-chip teams
Support tape-out and deliver signoff-quality designs
Develop TCL/Python scripts to improve flow efficiency

Qualification

ASIC Physical DesignStatic Timing AnalysisSynopsys toolsFloorplanningLow-power methodologiesTape-out experienceTCL scriptingPythonHigh-performance designsNetworking ASIC background

Required

BS/MS in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
7+ years of ASIC Physical Design experience
Strong hands-on experience in advanced nodes: 5nm, 7nm, 10nm, 14nm, 16nm, or 28nm
Deep understanding of floorplanning, CTS, STA, and timing closure
Experience with Synopsys tools (ICC2, Fusion Compiler, PrimeTime, StarRC) or Cadence tools (Innovus, Tempus)
Experience with low-power methodologies and UPF
Proven tape-out experience

Preferred

Block Owner or Partition Owner experience
Exposure to full-chip integration
Experience with high-performance designs (1.5–2GHz+)
Power signoff experience (IR/EM analysis)
Networking or high-speed interface ASIC background

Company

Programming.com

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Programming.com is a leading software development company, providing expertise in strategy, consulting, technology and IT operations.
dateFounded in 2002
location
Los Angeles, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://programming.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Shashank Munim
Managing Partner
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