Physical Design Engineer (Senior, Staff or Principal level)

Physical IC Design Engineer (Senior, Staff or Principal level)Locations: San Jose, CA or Colorado Springs, CO (relocation offered)Compensation (base, bonus + stock):Senior Engineer up to $280-300k, Staff up to $400k, Principal up to $580k and possibly Master Engineer which is up to $800k total comp. IntroductionJoin a high-impact semiconductor team developing advanced technologies that power next-generation AI, machine learning, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale data center environments. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge silicon products and play a key role in bringing complex chip designs from RTL through final tape-out. You will collaborate with experienced engineering teams and contribute to innovative solutions used in some of the world's most demanding computing environments.Top Reasons to Work With UsWork on advanced semiconductor products supporting AI, ML, networking, and data center applicationsBe part of a highly skilled engineering team tackling complex technical challengesGain exposure to the full chip implementation flow from RTL through tape-outContribute to industry-leading, high-performance silicon productsCollaborate across multiple engineering disciplines in a fast-paced environmentThe Role/ResponsibilitiesDrive physical implementation activities throughout the ASIC development lifecyclePerform RTL synthesis and support implementation flow setupExecute physical design, timing analysis, physical verification, and timing closure activitiesOwn place-and-route tasks and support design convergence goalsPerform EM/IR analysis and implement design optimizations as requiredDevelop and optimize clock tree architectures, including skew balancing and insertion delay improvementsCreate and refine floorplans and physical layouts for complex designsSupport methodology improvements, automation efforts, and design flow enhancementsWork closely with RTL and design engineering teams to resolve implementation challengesParticipate in silicon delivery activities through successful tape-outThis is an onsite position and requires regular in-office attendanceEssential Skills/Qualifications:BS or MS in EE or CE or similarPhysical Design full cycle experience from RTL to tape-outScripting - TCL and PERLBenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insurance FSA and HSA401k with 6% matchESPPFlexible/Unlimited PTOAnnual bonus from 15-30% (depending on your level)VERY generous stocks!