Staff Physical Design Engineer (ASIC)

TL;DR

Staff Physical Design Engineer (ASIC): Implementing RTL-to-GDSII flows for high-performance processor chips with an accent on synthesis, floorplanning, and timing closure. Focus on developing next-generation physical design methodologies and ensuring successful tapeouts of complex SoCs.

Location: Irvine, CA

Salary: $112,300 – $166,280 per annum

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that serve as essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Perform RTL-to-GDSII implementation, including synthesis, floorplanning, power grid design, place and route, and clock tree synthesis.
• Execute timing closure, power/signal integrity signoff, and physical verification (DRC/LVS).
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with design teams to influence architectural decisions and ensure project execution.
• Develop and adopt next-generation physical design methodologies, flows, and automation to improve productivity.
• Participate in the long-term vision for physical design capabilities in alignment with company technology strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 3-5 years of experience, or Master's/PhD with 2-3 years of experience.
• Progressive experience in back-end physical design and verification, including leadership roles.
• Experience in hierarchical physical design strategies and challenges associated with advanced process nodes.
• Strong knowledge of modern EDA tools and ASIC design flows.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Nice to have

• Proficiency in automation and scripting using Python, Tcl, Makefile, or Perl.
• Experience with static timing analysis (PrimeTime, Tempus), EM/IR-Drop (Voltus, Redhawk), or physical verification (Calibre).
• Familiarity with AI/ML-driven optimization in physical design tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
• Comprehensive support for financial well-being, family, mental health, and physical health.
• Family support programs to assist with work-life balance.
• Recognition and service awards to celebrate professional contributions and milestones.