R&D Engineer IC Design

A global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.
$141,000 - $225,000
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Senior Software Engineer
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12+ years of experience
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Description For R&D Engineer IC Design

Broadcom, a global leader in semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions, is seeking a seasoned R&D Engineer for IC Design to join their team in the San Francisco Bay Area. This role offers a competitive salary range of $141,000 to $225,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and equity compensation.

The position requires a minimum of 12 years of experience with a BS (or 10 years with an MS) in a relevant field. As an IC Design Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of ASIC development, working with cutting-edge 16nm technology. Your responsibilities will span from high-level architecture design to detailed implementation, including RTL2GDS flow and timing closure using industry-standard tools like Innovus and ICC2.

The role combines technical expertise with leadership opportunities, as you'll be responsible for overseeing critical aspects of IC design while potentially coordinating activities of other team members. You'll work on complex challenges that require in-depth evaluation and creative problem-solving, particularly in areas such as power optimization, timing analysis, and system simulation.

Broadcom offers an excellent environment for professional growth, with exposure to complex integrated circuit designs and state-of-the-art tools. The company's comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) matching, ESPP, and equity compensation, demonstrates their commitment to employee well-being and long-term success. This position is ideal for experienced professionals looking to make significant contributions to advanced semiconductor technology while working with a global technology leader.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For R&D Engineer IC Design

  • Oversee definition, design, verification, and documentation for ASIC development
  • Determine architecture design, logic design, and system simulation
  • Define module interfaces/formats for simulation
  • Contribute to development of multidimensional designs involving layout of complex integrated circuits
  • Evaluate process flow from high-level design to synthesis, place and route, and timing and power use
  • Analyze equipment to establish operation data
  • Conduct experimental tests and evaluate results
  • Review vendor capability to support development

Requirements For R&D Engineer IC Design

  • BS with 12+ years experience, or MS with 10+ years experience
  • Strong Place and Route background
  • Experience with timing closure using Innovus, ICC2 in 16nm technology
  • Hands-on experience in all phases design from RTL2GDS
  • Experience with Analysis - IRdrop/EM using Apache
  • Timing signoff using PrimeTime
  • Fluent in tcl/perl scripting and automation

Benefits For R&D Engineer IC Design

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Vacation time
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Equity compensation

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