Qubit Control Physical Design Engineer (Quantum Computing)

TL;DR

Qubit Control Physical Design Engineer (Quantum Computing): Driving RTL-to-GDS design convergence for cryogenic control systems with an accent on PPA goals and backend flow closure. Focus on logic synthesis, place-and-route optimizations, and the development of physical design methodologies for emerging technologies.

Location: Hybrid (Hillsboro, Oregon, US)

Salary: $141,910 – $269,100 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor innovation, with the Corporate Technology Office focusing on incubating emerging technologies for future computing platforms.

What you will do

• Drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence using logic synthesis and place-and-route tools to meet ambitious PPA goals.
• Manage block-level physical design delivery, ensuring backend flow closure and improving silicon yield.
• Collaborate with CAD and PD methodology teams to adopt and optimize tool features for cryogenic control design.
• Execute physical implementation tasks including floor planning, timing closure, IR drop analysis, and sign-off.
• Partner with custom IP teams to optimize memory macros and standard cells.
• Contribute to the development of advanced physical design methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience with logic design and digital circuits.
• Proficiency in Python, PERL/TCL, C, and Linux/Unix shell.
• Must be based in or able to work in a hybrid model in Hillsboro, Oregon, US.

Nice to have

• Experience in low power and high frequency physical design techniques.
• Expertise in industry-standard STA and Power analysis tools.
• Knowledge of deep sub-micron technology and its impact on timing and area.
• Experience with DFT and DFM flows.
• Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pay and stock bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and vacation programs.
• Hybrid work model allowing a split between on-site and off-site work.