We are seeking aStaff CAD Engineerto join Top Semiconductor Companies team in Austin, TX. In this role, you will execute the technical roadmap for CAD engineering and contribute to the design of next-generation tools, flows, and methodologies that enable power-efficient, scalableGPU and SoC designsacross advanced process nodes.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute and contribute to the CAD engineering roadmap for next-gen GPU and SoC designs.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts, flows, and methodologies for power-efficient design.
- Support low-power design at scale – including power analysis, optimization, verification, and signoff.
- Integrate RTL, physical design, and DTCO strategies into cohesive CAD workflows.
- Debug complex tool and flow issues across the design lifecycle.
- Partner cross-functionally with internal teams (RTL, physical design, verification) and external EDA vendors.
- Maintain technical documentation and stay current with emerging GPU and verification technologies.
- Drive best practices and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, global environment.
Required Skills & Experience
- 6+ yearsof hands-on experience inCAD engineering,design methodology, ordesign enablementforGPU, CPU, or complex SoCprograms.
- Strong working knowledge oflow-power tools and methodologies, including:
- RTL and gate-level power analysis
- Power optimization and signoff flows
- Tools:PrimePower, PowerArtist, Empower, Joules, RTL-Architect, or equivalents.
- Solid understanding of theend-to-end ASIC design flow, including:
- RTL design, verification, synthesis
- Physical design, timing, power, EMIR, DTCO
- Hands-on experience withEDA toolsfrom:
- Synopsys,Cadence, orMentor Graphics(simulation, synthesis, linting, verification).
- Working knowledge ofEMIR tools and methodologies:
- Transistor, gate, and package-level analysis
- Tools:Redhawk, Totem, Voltus, or equivalents.
- Stronganalytical and problem-solving skills– data-driven approach to debugging and optimization.
- Excellentcollaboration and communication skills– ability to navigate ambiguity and take ownership in a global, fast-paced environment.
Preferred/Nice-to-Have
- Experience withadvanced process nodes(5nm, 3nm, etc.).
- Familiarity withDTCO(Design Technology Co-Optimization) strategies.
- Scripting/programming skills (Python, TCL, Perl) for automation.
- Experience inGPU architectureorhigh-performance computingdesigns.
