Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Senior Physical Design Engineer

$140k - $170k

Credo Semiconductor, Inc.

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $140,000 - $170,000

Credo is engineering the future of high-speed connectivity for the AI-driven world.With a deeply rooted legacy of innovation and a passion for solving the most complex networking challenges, we deliver industry-leading solutions that power the next generation of cloud, AI, and hyperscale data centers.

Credo is pioneering a systems-level approach to connectivity, integrating hardware, software, and architecture to deliver holistic solutions. This strategy not only differentiates us in the market but also creates significant value for our customers by accelerating deployment, improving performance, and reducing complexity across their infrastructure.

At Credo, youll be part of a team of world-class technologists and engineers that thrive on pushing the limits of whats possible for some of the worlds most important companies. Our portfolio includes cutting edge solutions including our software,optical DSPs, PCIe/CXL products, SerDes IP, and advanced Active Electrical Cables(AECs) all designed for maximum performance, energy efficiency, and scalability.

We foster a culture oftechnical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning, where your ideas can shape the future of connectivity. From silicon architects to systems engineers, every role at Credo contributes to solving real-world problems at scale.

Join us and help us architect the next generation of disruptive networking technologies because at Credo, We Connect.

About the Role

As a Senior Physical Design Engineer, you will manage all aspects of physical design and implementation for Credo SoC designs. This role involves close collaboration with the local frontend team and PD/integration teams in China and Taiwan to ensure successful tapeouts.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and drive top-level, IP, and block-level physical implementation from RTL to GDSII.
  • Focus on timing, power, and area (PPA) optimization for high-speed SerDes and interconnect subsystems.
  • Establish and maintain physical design methodologies, flow automation, chip floorplanning, power/clock distribution, chip assembly, P&R, and timing closure.
  • Perform static timing analysis, power and noise analysis, and physical verification.
  • Collaborate closely with frontend and integration teams to ensure successful tapeouts.

Basic Qualifications

  • BS/MS in EE/CS with 10+ years of hands-on experience in back-end physical design and verification. Familiar with hierarchical physical design strategies, methodologies.
  • Proven track records of handling chip level P&R independently and taping out complex SOC chips under tight schedule pressure.
  • Experience with 5nm and lower technology nodes.
  • Proven track records of handling chip level P&R independently and taping out complex SOC chips under tight schedule pressure.
  • Strong proficiency with EDA tools such as Cadence Innovus and Synopsys Fusipn Compiler.
  • Solid knowledge on static timing analysis (PrimeTime/Tempus), EM/IR-Drop/crosstalk analysis (PTSI/Voltus/Redhawk), extraction (Quantus/StarRC).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with DRC, Antenna, LVS, ERC tools like Calibre.

The base salary range for this position is $140,000 $170,000 a year. The base salary ultimately offered is determined through a review of education, experience, training, skills, qualifications, and location. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, equity and a full range of medical and other benefits.

Credo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Senior Physical Design Engineer in San Jose, CA vacancy
  • $136k - $218.5k

     ...clocks group is looking for a top-notch ASIC engineer to join the team. The Team is...  ...clocking. The team collaborates with the front design team to understand the clocking...  ...planning and back end team to help craft the physical floorplan of the chip. The team explains... 
    Senior
    Work experience placement

    NVIDIA

    Santa Clara, CA
    2 days ago
  • $120.6k - $160k

     ...semiconductor company in Santa Clara is seeking a Process Integration Engineer to develop advanced processes in collaboration with silicon and...  ...Si based device technology, including a background in device physics. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,600 to... 
    Senior

    OMNIVISION

    Santa Clara, CA
    2 days ago
  • $120k - $192k

     ...Broadcom is searching for an ASIC top level floorplan Physical Design Engineer to join the Asic Products Division. This position involves working with the latest technology to continue driving next generation Artificial Intelligence and PCIe Switch Products. More specifically... 
    Suggested
    Local area
    Remote work

    Broadcom Corporation

    San Jose, CA
    4 days ago
  • $181.1k - $318.4k

     ...than we found it. Join us to help deliver groundbreaking Apple products!Apple’s Silicon Engineering Group (SEG) is hiring hardworking engineers for CPU block-level physical design. Description As a CPU Physical Design Engineer, you will drive or participate in the following... 
    Suggested
    Relocation

    Apple

    Santa Clara, CA
    3 days ago
  • $126.8k - $220.9k

     ...Cupertino, California, United States Hardware Description As a Physical Design engineer you will contribute to all phases of physical design of high performance PHY design from RTL to delivery of our final GDSII. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Generate... 
    Suggested
    Relocation

    Apple

    Cupertino, CA
    1 day ago
  • $181.1k - $318.4k

     ...visible role, you will be directly responsible for the physical implementation of design partition(s) (from netlist to tapeout) for a highly complex...  ...Qualifications MS in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering or related field. Experience with large SOC designs (20M... 
    Relocation

    Apple

    San Jose, CA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Title: Physical Design Engineer Location: 100% Remote Duration: Long Term Contract role Responsibilities Develop and own physical design implementation of multi-hierarchy low-power designs including physical-aware logic synthesis, design for testability, floorplan... 
    Long term contract
    Remote work

    Central Business Solutions

    San Jose, CA
    1 day ago
  •  ...of ASIC chip adhering to strict schedules and design goals. Work closely with architects, RTL designers, and DFT engineers to resolve implementation and signoff issues across...  ...your blocks. Help close EM/IR, drive LEC and physical verification signoff for your partitions in... 

    Einfochips

    San Jose, CA
    4 days ago
  • $100k

     ...Physical Design Engineer Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease...  ...are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities. Tenstorrent is seeking a talented Physical Design Engineer... 

    Tenstorrent

    Santa Clara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $184.7k - $324.8k

     ...SoC Physical Design Engineer, PnR Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish... 
    Relocation

    Apple

    San Jose, CA
    4 days ago
  •  ...Title : Physical Design Engineer Duration: Full time Location: Mountain View C Job Description: We are looking for a Physical Design Engineer with strong expertise in Place & Route (PnR), Power-Performance-Area (PPA) optimization, and timing convergence... 
    Full time

    Apolis

    Santa Clara, CA
    5 days ago
  •  ...Overview: Job Title: Senior Physical Design Engineer Location: San Jose ,CA - Onsite Experience level: 8-10 years Candidate Roles and Responsibilities •Perform RTL to GDSII tasks such Synthesis, PnR, CTS, Statis Timing Analysis, Physical verification and... 

    r2 Technologies, Inc.

    San Jose, CA
    4 days ago
  • $120k - $220k

     ...orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated...  ...quality of life. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Physical Design Engineer to join our ASIC implementation team. In this role, you... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Work at office
    Immediate start
    Visa sponsorship
    Night shift

    E-Space

    Saratoga, CA
    7 days ago
  • $151.09k - $214.5k

    A leading technology company in Cupertino, CA, is seeking a Physical Design Engineer responsible for implementing design partitions for complex Systems-on-Chip. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience... 

    Itlearn360

    Cupertino, CA
    3 days ago
  • $168k - $264.5k

    NVIDIA Gruppe is seeking a Senior Software R&D Engineer specializing in VLSI Physical Design. This pivotal role focuses on algorithms for placement, global routing, and optimizing the physical design of AI chips. You'll be developing tools that shape the layout, speed,... 

    NVIDIA Gruppe

    Santa Clara, CA
    2 days ago
  •  ...as we shape the future of AI and beyond. THE ROLE: As a Senior CPU Design Verification Engineer, you will join a CPU testbench infrastructure team...  ...ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political... 
    Senior

    Advanced Micro Devices , Inc.

    Santa Clara, CA
    4 days ago
  • $134.39k - $201.3k

     ...Digital IC Design Senior Staff Engineer Marvell's semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects...  ...pillars: financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition. Highlights include an employee... 
    Senior
    Permanent employment
    Internship
    Work from home

    Marvell

    Santa Clara, CA
    1 day ago
  • $142.6k - $206.5k

     ...level product specifications, logic/RTL design and implementation, RTL verification, IP...  ...validation and debugging. As Lead DV Engineer focusing on IP Verification & Validation...  ...creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition,... 
    Senior
    Local area
    Shift work

    Altera

    San Jose, CA
    1 day ago
  • $208k - $367k

     ...highly accomplished and forward-thinking Senior Director, Technical Engineer for a leading role in a critical...  ...strategic objectives. Architect and design innovative solutions that leverage...  ...development, Networking switching chipsets Physical Demands Incumbent will perform the... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Local area

    Celestica

    San Jose, CA
    4 days ago
  • $180k - $260k

     ...As a Senior MEMS Design Engineer at nEye.ai, you will be responsible for the design, simulation, and optimization of MEMS devices that are critical...  ...for high‑volume manufacturing. Your expertise in multi‑physics modeling will be key to optimizing our designs and solving... 
    Senior

    nEye Systems, Inc.

    Santa Clara, CA
    4 days ago
  • $180k - $260k

    A leading optical technology startup is seeking a Senior MEMS Design Engineer to design and optimize MEMS devices crucial for optical circuit switches...  ...with multidisciplinary teams and the expertise in multi-physics modeling is essential for ensuring performance and... 
    Senior

    nEye Systems, Inc.

    Santa Clara, CA
    5 days ago
  • $190.61k - $311.89k

     ...data center accelerators. If you are an engineer with strong technical and communication...  ...Position Overview You will develop logic design, register transfer level (RTL) coding,...  ...goals while ensuring design integrity for physical implementation. Working closely with... 
    Senior
    Local area
    Immediate start
    Shift work

    Intel

    Santa Clara, CA
    1 day ago
  • A renewable energy company in California is seeking a motivated Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have strong reactor design experience and a passion for clean energy solutions. Responsibilities include providing technical feedback to design teams and... 
    Senior
    Flexible hours

    Seeds Renewables

    Santa Clara, CA
    5 days ago
  •  ...semiconductor company, has an opening for a Senior Product Engineer to support bringing up our power...  ...experience with product engineering role in IC design house. Analog IC and DC-DC power...  ...of semiconductor process, device physics, and circuit. Experience in analog IC... 
    Senior
    For subcontractor

    Analog Group Inc

    San Jose, CA
    2 days ago
  • $210k - $250k

     ...switches. This is the first silicon and system designed from the ground up for AI and the...  ...in execution mode and has a world-class engineering team with decades of experience in state...  ...learn more. Key Responsibilities Define the Physical Assembly of SOC. Involving all aspects... 

    Eridu Corporation

    Saratoga, CA
    4 days ago
  • $107.4k - $161.2k

     ...Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Engineering Group, Engineering Group ASICS Engineering As a leading...  ...ASIC Engineer, you will define, model, design (digital and/or analog), optimize,...  ...organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key decisions). Tasks... 
    Work experience placement
    Immediate start

    Qualcomm

    Santa Clara, CA
    3 days ago
  • $200k - $351k

     ...Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Senior Principal, Design Engineering, Power Design Location: San Jose, CA, US General Overview Functional Area: Engineering (ENG) Career Stream: Engineering (ENG) Role: Senior Principal (SPR) Job Title: Senior Principal,... 
    Senior
    Local area

    Celestica

    San Jose, CA
    4 days ago
  • $150k - $250k

     ...bandwidth, lower-power optical connectivity between AI clusters and data centers. We are seeking a Senior/Principal Full-Chip Physical Verification Engineer to join our Physical Design team and help deliver complex digital blocks and full-chip implementations in advanced... 
    Senior
    Full time

    Celero Communications, Inc.

    San Jose, CA
    22 hours ago
  • $100k

     ...commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities. Tenstorrent is seeking a passionate Physical Design Engineer with deep expertise in multi-voltage and low-power SoC design to join our team driving the next... 
    Permanent employment

    Tenstorrent

    Santa Clara, CA
    more than 2 months ago
  • $168k - $336k

     ...JR101740 Senior Design Verification Engineer Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Local area
    Relocation
    Shift work

    Micron Technology

    San Jose, CA
    3 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Physical Design Engineer. Be the first to apply!