Senior Clock Architecture & Design Engineer (Semiconductor)

TL;DR

Senior Clock Architecture & Design Engineer (Semiconductor): Developing clocking architecture for next-generation flagship CPUs with an accent on high-frequency distribution networks and custom circuit design. Focus on optimizing clock tree synthesis flows, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and pushing performance boundaries on advanced process nodes.

Location: On-site in Austin, TX or Hillsboro, OR

Salary: $141,910–$269,100 USD

Company

A global leader in semiconductor technology and computing innovation.

What you will do

• Architect and implement sophisticated clock distribution networks for high-frequency flagship CPU designs.
• Develop and optimize advanced clock tree synthesis (CTS) flows for complex, multi-billion transistor designs.
• Design breakthrough custom circuits and library cells to enhance processor performance and power efficiency.
• Collaborate with architecture, physical design, and validation teams to deliver industry-leading silicon solutions.
• Interface with EDA vendors to shape the future of design automation tools.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship within project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 5+ years of experience, or Master's with 3+ years, or PhD with 1+ year.
• Must be based in the US (Austin, TX or Hillsboro, OR).
• Proven experience in physical design, clock tree synthesis (CTS), and static timing analysis.
• Strong background in custom circuits, transistor-level design, and SPICE simulations.
• Proficiency in industry-standard scripting languages.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience in high-frequency custom clock network design on leading-edge technology nodes.
• Expertise in clocking architecture, PLL/DLL architecture, and design.
• Experience in timing constraint adaptation and timing closure methodologies.
• Expertise in full-chip design tools and flows.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including pay and stock bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and vacation benefit programs.
• Opportunity to work on flagship products that define industry standards.
• Collaborative environment with access to world-class industry experts.
• Commitment to ethical hiring practices and RBA compliance.