Physical Design Engineer Intern, MS - Summer 2027 (ASIC)

Location: Santa Clara, California, United States

Salary: $34–$68 per hour, plus potential bonus and equity plan participation.

Company

hirify.global develops semiconductor solutions for enterprise, cloud, AI, storage, networking, and carrier infrastructure.

What you will do

• Perform synthesis, floor planning, place and route, clock insertion, timing analysis, and timing closure for complex logic blocks.
• Use industry-standard EDA tools, including PrimeTime and Tempus, for physical design and timing analysis.
• Write Python, TCL, Perl, and Shell scripts to support design and development activities.
• Analyze, debug, and resolve design violations using CAD tools.
• Collaborate with RTL, synthesis, and design teams to resolve congestion and timing bottlenecks and integrate designs on schedule.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with expected graduation between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
• Completed coursework in VLSI, digital logic, circuit design, computer architecture, RTL synthesis, Verilog or SystemVerilog, place and route, static timing analysis, digital systems, or microelectronics.
• Proficiency in Python, TCL, Perl, and Shell scripting.
• Experience working in a Unix-type environment.
• Experience with Synopsys PrimeTime, Cadence Tempus, and Mentor tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work with physical design teams and cross-functional engineering partners on next-generation cloud, AI, storage, and networking technologies.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for interns.
• Paid holidays, perks and discounts, and mental health resources.
• Additional compensation may be available for intern PhD candidates.
• Access to export-controlled technology may require an export license review under U.S. regulations.

Hiring process

• Interviews evaluate individual experience, problem-solving, and communication skills in real time.
• Use of AI assistance or automated note-taking tools during interviews is prohibited and may result in disqualification.