Physical Design - Lead engineer

Qualcomm India Private Limited is seeking a Physical Design Lead Engineer to join their Hardware Engineering team in Chennai. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in physical implementation and design optimization. The position requires expertise in floor-planning, place and route, timing closure, and power optimization for complex systems.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of experience and strong technical skills in physical design implementation using industry-standard tools like Synopsys ICC2 and Cadence Innovus. You'll be working on PPA critical Cores, making crucial trade-off decisions, and ensuring optimal timing convergence for high-frequency data-path intensive designs.

At Qualcomm, you'll be part of a global team that drives innovation in mobile connectivity and computing. The company offers comprehensive benefits including world-class health coverage, financial planning support, and continuous learning opportunities. You'll work alongside leading technology experts while contributing to world-changing innovations.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering work, requiring both deep technical knowledge and strong collaborative skills. You'll interact with various teams, including design, DFT, and PNR, while managing technical deliverables and mentoring team members. This position offers excellent growth opportunities and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology projects that impact global markets.