Senior Digital Backend (Place & Route) Layout Engineer

E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. They are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.
Saratoga, CA, USA
$140,000 - $200,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Space · Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Digital Backend (Place & Route) Layout Engineer

E-Space is seeking an experienced Senior Digital Backend Layout Engineer specializing in Place and Route (P&R) to join their semiconductor engineering team. In this role, you will lead and execute the backend flow of digital ASIC designs from synthesis through to GDSII. Your primary focus will be on optimizing layout for area, power, and performance while ensuring DRC/LVS compliance. You'll work closely with design and verification engineers to integrate frontend logic with backend physical design, meeting strict deadlines and quality standards for advanced semiconductor technologies.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing end-to-end backend physical design flow
  • Optimizing layout for power efficiency, timing closure, and area
  • Performing Static Timing Analysis (STA) and driving timing closure
  • Ensuring DRC and LVS compliance
  • Utilizing industry-standard EDA tools and scripting languages
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Maintaining accurate documentation and reporting

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years in digital backend design with experience in advanced process nodes
  • Proficiency with physical design tools and scripting languages
  • Strong knowledge of timing analysis, clock tree synthesis, and other relevant techniques
  • Excellent communication skills

E-Space offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. They provide competitive salaries, health and wellness care options, financial solutions for the future, paid holidays, and paid time off. The company is committed to sustainability and encourages innovative thinking.

Join E-Space to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure, and actionable while expanding global economies, protecting space and our planet, and enhancing overall quality of life.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior Digital Backend (Place & Route) Layout Engineer

  • Manage end-to-end backend physical design flow, including floor planning, placement, routing, and timing optimization
  • Optimize layout for power efficiency, timing closure, and area, ensuring alignment with project specifications and industry standards
  • Perform Static Timing Analysis (STA) and drive timing closure, working collaboratively with frontend and verification teams
  • Ensure designs are DRC (Design Rule Check) and LVS (Layout Versus Schematic) compliant using industry-standard tools
  • Utilize industry-standard EDA tools for P&R, STA, and verification and scripting languages for flow customization and automation
  • Work closely with digital design, verification, and RF/analog layout teams to ensure successful integration of all components
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of design methodologies, processes, and results, reporting to project leads and management

Requirements For Senior Digital Backend (Place & Route) Layout Engineer

Python
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years in digital backend design, with a strong track record of successful P&R and tape-out in advanced process nodes (e.g., 7nm, 5nm)
  • Proficiency with physical design tools such as Cadence Innovus, Synopsys ICC2, Mentor Calibre, etc.
  • Strong knowledge of timing analysis, clock tree synthesis, IR drop analysis, and EM checks
  • Familiarity with physical verification techniques, including DRC, LVS, and PEX
  • Scripting experience with TCL, Python, or Perl for tool automation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate across teams and present complex technical concepts effectively

Benefits For Senior Digital Backend (Place & Route) Layout Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Competitive salaries
  • Health and wellness care options
  • Financial solutions for the future
  • Optional legal services (US only)
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

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