Staff Physical Design Engineer

Staff Physical Design Engineer page is loaded## Staff Physical Design Engineerlocations: US, CA, San Jose, Rio Robles: CLOSED-US, TX, Austin, N. Capitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R257673**About Analog Devices**Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at and on and .# **Staff Physical Design Engineer – eFPGA IP****Location:** San Jose, CA/ Austin,TX (Hybrid) **Employment Type:** Full-Time**About the Role**We are seeking a **Staff Physical Design Engineer** to join our **embedded FPGA (eFPGA) IP implementation team**. In this role, you will lead the **physical design, timing closure, and sign-off** for complex, hierarchical eFPGA fabrics implemented on advanced technology nodes.You will work extensively with **Cadence digital implementation tools** and **Siemens Calibre** to ensure robust, high-quality, silicon-proven IP.**Key Responsibilities*** Execute **Custom** **power grid planning, Custom Floorplanning , EM/IR analysis**, and coordinate with power and packaging teams for full-chip integration.* Own **end-to-end Hierarchical physical implementation** of eFPGA IP blocks — including **fabric tiles, interconnect networks, and control logic**.* Drive all major phases of the **RTL-to-GDSII flow** using **Cadence Genus, Innovus, Tempus, and Voltus**.* Perform detailed **placement, CTS, routing, and optimization** for timing, power, and area closure.* Conduct **clock-tree synthesis and multi-corner multi-mode (MCMM) timing analysis** to achieve sign-off quality convergence.* Automate design flows and develop **Tcl/Python scripts** to enhance PnR efficiency and reproducibility.* Perform final **sign-off analysis**: + **Tempus** for STA and ECO closure + **Voltus** for power/IR verification + **Calibre** for **DRC/LVS and physical verification*** Collaborate closely with RTL, architecture, and CAD methodology teams to optimize design quality and flow robustness.* Support post-silicon correlation and continuous improvement of physical implementation flows.**Required Qualifications*** **B.S./M.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering** with 8+ years of experience in **physical design**.* Expert proficiency with **Cadence tools**: + **Genus** – synthesis and constraint management + **Innovus** – floorplanning, placement, CTS, routing, and optimization + **Tempus** – timing analysis and closure + **Voltus** – power and EM/IR verification* Hands-on experience at 16nm/**7 nm/5 nm or lower nodes**, including hierarchical and multi-voltage design.* Strong understanding of **UPF-based low-power flows**, **MCMM analysis**, and **timing sign-off**.* Skilled in **Tcl and Python scripting** for automation and tool integration.* Proven track record of driving **IP-level RTL-to-GDSII** implementation with tight PPA targets.* Experience with **Calibre DRC/LVS** for foundry sign-off.**Preferred Qualifications*** Background in **FPGA/eFPGA architecture**, routing fabrics, or programmable logic optimization is a Plus* Experience with **timing model generation**, **hierarchical design abstraction**, and **SoC IP integration**.* Exposure to **flow development, CAD automation**, or **methodology ownership** is a plus.*For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.**Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.**EEO is the Law: .*Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/DaysThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $154,841 to $232,261.* Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.* This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.* This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, **holidays, and sick time**, and other benefits.
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