CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

NUVIA, now part of Qualcomm, reimagines silicon and creates computing platforms to transform the industry.
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Description For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

Qualcomm India Private Limited, through its NUVIA division, is seeking a CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer to join their innovative team. This role is crucial in building and supporting world-class implementation tools and flows for custom CPUs with industry-leading power, performance, and area metrics. The position offers an opportunity to work with some of the most talented and passionate engineers globally, creating designs that push the envelope on performance and energy efficiency.

The role involves developing and integrating new features in high-performance place-and-route CAD flows, architecting methodology improvements, and working closely with worldwide CPU physical design teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with advanced technology nodes and a strong background in digital design and physical verification.

Qualcomm offers a comprehensive benefits package including world-class health coverage, financial planning programs, and wellbeing support. The company fosters a supportive, inclusive culture where innovative ideas are valued and contribute to world-changing technologies. This position provides excellent opportunities for professional growth through continuous learning, tuition reimbursement, and mentorship programs.

Working at Qualcomm means being part of a team that answers the unasked questions and conquers complex challenges, ultimately contributing to breakthrough technologies that impact lives globally.

Last updated 11 days ago

Responsibilities For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

  • Develop, integrate and release new features in high-performance place-and-route CAD flow
  • Architect and recommend methodology improvements for power, performance and area
  • Maintain, support and debug implementation flows
  • Work with worldwide CPU physical design teams
  • Work with EDA vendors to define roadmap and resolve tool issues

Requirements For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

Python
  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Science
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in place-and-route of high-performance chips
  • High level of proficiency in Tcl and Python
  • Experience with automation
  • Experience with advanced technology nodes (5nm or lower)
  • Solid understanding of digital design, timing analysis and physical verification
  • Experience with industry-standard place-and-route tools like Cadence Innovus

Benefits For CPU Physical Design CAD Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Education Budget
  • World-class health coverage for employees and dependents
  • Financial planning programs
  • Emotional/mental strength support
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mentorship programs

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