Staff Engineer, Physical Design (AI)

TL;DR

Staff Engineer, Physical Design (AI): Implementing high-performance blocks for CPU and AI/ML architectures with an accent on PPA optimization and the complete implementation flow from synthesis to tapeout. Focus on solving complex design challenges in advanced process nodes and chiplet architectures to push the boundaries of performance and power.

Location: Hybrid: Must be based in Austin, TX, Santa Clara, CA, or Fort Collins, CO

Salary: $100k - $500k (including base and variable compensation)

Company

hirify.global is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, developing high-performance RISC-V CPUs and AI platforms to redefine computing paradigms.

What you will do

• Own the complete implementation flow from synthesis to tapeout for industry-leading CPU and AI/ML architectures.
• Implement high-performance blocks and optimize PPA through innovative techniques and close RTL collaboration.
• Debug complex design issues across various hierarchies.
• Drive physical design requirements from early architecture through final signoff.
• Develop flow methodologies for next-generation chiplet architectures.

Requirements

• BS/MS/PhD in EE/ECE/CE/CS with proven experience in synthesis, PnR, and timing closure on taped-out designs.
• Expertise with industry-standard tools including Innovus, PrimeTime, and RedHawk.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Tcl, Perl, and Python.
• Deep understanding of advanced node challenges and low-power design techniques (power gating, multi-Vt, voltage scaling).
• Must be eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology (contingent upon citizenship/residency status).

Culture & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package and benefits.
• Collaborative environment that values curiosity and a commitment to solving hard problems.
• Opportunity to work with the most advanced process nodes and redefining AI hardware.
• Direct impact on the future of high-performance computing.