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Job Description:

Design Automation Engineer Job Description

We are a world class semiconductor ASIC provider. We provide first time correct on schedule ASIC designs by relying on proven flows and methodology. As a STA Design Automation Engineer you will join a highly skilled team of engineers that own and provide the flows that enable our ASIC design teams. This position would focus on developing, testing, and enhancing our STA methodology and flow.

QualificationsBS Electrical/Computer Engineering +8 years experience or MS Electrical/Computer Engineering +6 years experienceProgramming Languages: Python/Ruby, TCL, BASHProfessional, open, and highly self-motivated attitudeStrong understanding of VLSI and ASIC physical designShould have basic understanding of PLLs and clock networksShould be familiar with design elements like flip flops, latches, memories, and basic CMOS logic gatesExperience using a static timing analysis tool.  Preferably Synopsys PrimeTime and/or Cadence Tempus.  Ability to create and debug timing constraints Ability to understand and debug warning and error messages from the timing toolAbility to generate and understand timing reports

Understanding of basic STA concepts:

Solid understanding of RC networks and how they affect the timing/propagation of signalsUnderstanding of Signal Integrity, Crosstalk Delay, and Glitch/Noise AnalysisUnderstanding of setup analysis, hold analysis, and other timing checksAbility to understand and create timing diagrams

Preferred understanding of more advanced STA concepts:

POCV/SOCV/LVF modeling of variationMIS - multi input switchingCCS/ECSM/NLDM - liberty timing modelsPBA - path based analysisLOCV/SOCV - location aware timing derates

Experience using SPICE analysis

Coding experience:

TCL is required.  Experience with at least one or two other coding languages is preferred 

Communication and organizational skills:

Must have the ability to work and clearly communicate with multiple engineers and teamsMust have the ability to work with and organize large amounts of dataMust be able to organize and present data in a clear mannerMust be able to manage a large variety of tasks

Strong ability to debug problems and create solutions:

STA requires a person with strong engineering capabilities and good engineering judgement. 

Ideally you are also experienced in:

Semiconductor RTL to OASIS techniques Semiconductor Static Timing Analysis Design Automation and Flows developmentLinux

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $108,000 - $172,800. 

 

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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