Senior Physical Design Application Engineer
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About Intel Foundry
Intel Foundry is a systems foundry transforming the global semiconductor industry by deliveringcutting-edgesilicon process and packaging technology leadership for the AI era.Intel Foundry will be differentiated from other foundries by our world classindustry-leadingIPportfoliothat customers can choose from including, rich IP ecosystem including x86 cores, graphics, AI, and Arm/RISC-V IPs, world-class design services, and operationally resilient global manufacturing with committed capacity in the US and Europe.
Position Overview
We seek aSeniorApplications and Solutions Engineerto provide technical support to Intel Foundry Services customers on PDKs, digital reference flows, and design signoff methodologies withspecializedfocus on Cadence tool suites. This role drives quality improvements in design kits through ASIC design reference flow validation and supports customers through successful tape-outs.
Key Responsibilities
Customer TechnicalSupport & Implementation
- Provide comprehensive technical support to Intel Foundry Services customers on PDKs, digital reference flows, and digital design signoff methodologies
- Support and deliver ASIC/Digital tool/flow/methodologysolutions using Cadence tool suites to address customer issues and ensure successful tape-outs
- Drive customer success through expert guidance on advanced CMOS process implementation
Quality Assurance & Documentation
- Drive quality improvements in design kits and documentation through ASIC design reference flow validation and comprehensive documentation review
- Create application notes, technical content, and deliver training presentations to customers and internal teams
- Establish andmaintainquality assurance processes for design flow validation
Design Flow Development & Optimization
- Develop andoptimizedigital design implementation flows for advanced CMOS processes
- Support hierarchical and multi-voltage domain design approaches,timingand physical convergence
- Build andmaintainquality assurance (QA) regression frameworks for design validation
Core Competencies
- Self-driven and results-oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
- Strong teamwork skills to drive solutionsfor customer designimplementation challenges
- Analytical problem-solving capabilities for complex design issues
- Excellent communication skills with experience in collaboration and customer feedback
Qualifications:
The Minimum qualificationsare required tobe considered for this position. Minimum qualifications listed below would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experience and / or schoolwork/classes/research. The preferred qualifications are in addition to theminimumrequirements and are considered a plus factor inidentifyingtop candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
- US Citizenship
- Ability to obtain a US Government Security Clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or STEM-related field of study
- 4+ years ofexperience with advanced CMOS processes (22nm and below)
- 3+ years ofexperience in ASIC physical design implementation and/or ASIC design signoff (SoC/ASIC)
- 3+ years ofexperienceinone of the followingscripting languages (i.e.Python, Perl,Tcl, shell scripting)
Preferred Qualifications
- Active US Government Security Clearance with a minimum of Secret level
- Post Graduate degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or in a STEM related field of study
- Customer-facing experience in technical support roles
- Experience withstate-of-the-artprocess technology (7nm and below)
- Hands-on experience in Cadence EDA-based ASIC design implementation including full-chip integration, synthesis, APR, static timing analysis, layout verification, and reliability verification
- Proficiencywith Cadence EDA tools and flows:Innovus, Tempus,TempusECO, Pegasus,Voltus
- Experience with Synopsys tools (Fusion Compiler,PrimeTime, Prime ECO, ICV) is a plus
- Experience with hierarchical and multi-voltage domain design, top-down design, budgeting, and correlation across implementation and verification tools
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work withcutting-edgedigital design technologies for foundry services
- Direct customer engagement and technical leadership in advanced semiconductor design
- Access to Intel's most advanced foundry technologies and comprehensive EDA tool suites
- Competitive compensation
- Professional development in digital design methodologies and foundry services
- Direct impact on foundry customer success and advanced semiconductor innovation
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Experienced HireShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:
US, Arizona, PhoenixAdditional Locations:
US, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, HillsboroBusiness group:
The Central Engineering Group (CEG) is Intel's data-driven organization that builds scalable engineering solutions across three pillars: Product Enablement (IP, tools, and methodologies), Custom ASIC (leveraging existing IP for custom silicon), and Foundry Enablement (supporting top customers and validating technologies). The team focuses on customer-driven, end-to-end solutions with short development cycles to deliver measurable business impact across Intel's product and foundry businesses.Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of Trust
N/ABenefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $122,440.00-232,190.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.Automate your job search with Sonara.
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