Senior Implementation Methodology Engineer

What you'll do

• Own and improve the end-to-end RTL2GDS implementation methodology for advanced-node CPU builds.
• Lead aggressive PPA optimization campaigns throughout the full implementation cycle.
• Evaluate new EDA tools and process node capabilities to provide clear adoption recommendations.
• Serve as the technical liaison with EDA vendors to resolve tool issues and influence product roadmaps.
• Build Python, TCL, and Perl automation frameworks to reduce manual engineering effort and improve turnaround time.
• Conduct deep root-cause analysis on timing closure bottlenecks and power limiters to develop scalable solutions.
• Execute rigorous A/B and multi-variant experiments to quantitatively compare flows and optimization strategies.
• Define and enforce implementation methodology best practices and flow standards across development teams.

What we're looking for

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of hands-on proven experience in ASIC implementation methodology and EDA tool/flow development.
• Deep, practical expertise in the complete RTL2GDS flow including synthesis, DFT, floorplanning, placement, CTS, routing, and MCMM STA.
• Power user proficiency in synthesis and place-and-route tools from Synopsys (DC/FC, ICC2, PrimeTime) and/or Cadence (Genus, Innovus, Tempus).
• Strong scripting proficiency in Python, TCL, Perl, and/or Make for flow automation and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to drive complex, cross-functional technical initiatives and align build, CAD, and EDA vendor teams.
• Prior experience in data-focused EDA tool evaluation, flow benchmarking, and methodology development with demonstrated PPA impact.
• Demonstrated application of AI/ML or GenAI techniques to physical build, QoR analysis, flow automation, or design space exploration (preferred).