Mid-Level Physical Design Engineer CPU (AI)

TL;DR

Mid-Level Physical Design Engineer CPU (AI): Delivering high-performance, power-efficient silicon for client, server, IoT, and AI platforms with an accent on the RTL-to-GDS flow. Focus on block-level implementation, achieving PPA targets, and solving complex timing and power violations.

Location: On-site in Hillsboro, Oregon, US

Salary: $122,440.00 - $232,190.00 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, inventing boundary-pushing technology for processors and connectivity solutions.

What you will do

• Execute physical design implementation for CPU core blocks or subsystems across the RTL-to-GDS flow.
• Perform synthesis, floor planning, place and route (PnR), and design closure activities.
• Conduct static timing analysis (STA), power analysis, and physical verification.
• Identify and debug timing, power, and design rule violations to meet PPA targets.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using TCL and Python.
• Collaborate with RTL design, verification, clocking, and full-chip integration teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience, or a Master's with 3+ years.
• Experience with integrated circuit design tools (Synopsys or Cadence).
• Proficiency in logic synthesis, place and route, STA, and design closure.
• Experience in chip physical design verification (DRC/LVS, Noise, electro-migration).
• Scripting skills in TCL and at least one other language (Perl, Python, or Ruby).
• Experience with synthesis of digital logic blocks integrated into large SoCs or IPs.

Nice to have

• Industry exposure to CPU Micro-Architecture.
• Advanced knowledge of floor-planning, routing techniques, and clock distribution.
• Experience with Synopsys tool suite (Fusion compiler, ICC2, PrimeTime) or Cadence (Genus/Innovus).

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge CPU designs used worldwide in AI and IoT platforms.
• Competitive total compensation package including stock bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and vacation benefit programs.
• Collaborative environment that values inclusion and diverse perspectives.
• Strong emphasis on continuous technical learning and skill development.