Physical Design Engineer

3 weeks ago


Canada Acceler8 Talent Full time

Overview This range is provided by Acceler8 Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $180,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr Recruiter Acceler8 Talent is working with an AI Hardware Startup developing next-generation AI hardware designed for efficiency, scalability, and performance across edge-to-cloud computing environments. Their technology brings together advanced architectures and streamlined software integration to enable high-performance AI in power- and space-constrained systems. We’re seeking a Senior Physical Design Engineer with deep expertise in chip-level implementation and EDA tools to help deliver industry-leading silicon. Responsibilities Leading physical design activities across chip and block levels, driving successful implementation from floorplanning through signoff Managing timing closure, physical verification, and optimization for power, performance, and area Developing and refining low-power design strategies and ensuring proper integration across design hierarchies Running and debugging EM/IR checks, power grid analysis, and related reliability verifications Writing and maintaining automation scripts (Tcl, Python, or similar) to streamline design flows and validation steps Collaborating with front-end design, CAD, and methodology teams to ensure robust and scalable implementation practices Evaluating and improving physical design methodologies and EDA tool flows for new process technologies Ideal background 10+ years of direct experience in physical design and chip implementation (excluding logic design or CAD roles) Strong, hands-on knowledge of EDA tools- particularly Cadence- used in chip implementation Proven expertise in timing analysis, timing closure, and hierarchical floorplanning Solid understanding of low-power design principles and debugging methodologies Experience with EM/IR analysis and issue resolution, including power grid verification Proficiency in scripting languages such as Tcl and Python for automation and flow development Familiarity with physical verification processes and foundry tapeout requirements Additional experience with PDK management or advanced flow evaluations is a plus Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Industries Computer Hardware Manufacturing Semiconductor Manufacturing Note: This description focuses on the job responsibilities and qualifications relevant to the role and excludes unrelated postings and boilerplate. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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