Senior Physical Implementation Engineer

Arm Limited; Cambridge, Manchester, Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm Limited is seeking an experienced physical implementation engineer to join our Solutions Engineering team, with the role based in Cambridge (also open to Manchester or Sheffield offices). You will shape power, performance and cohesiveness of Arm's solutions and influence EDA tool development to advance high-performance chip design.

In this role you’ll work across RTL to GDS2 flows, collaborate with chip design partners to ensure successful implementations, and help evolve methodologies to

Qualifications

• Experience of diverse physical implementation work covering the RTL to GDS2 design flow, preferably including a chip tapeout.
• Ability to analyse problems, reason logically about solutions and chart the appropriate course to take.
• Be able to dream big, explore new insights and communicate them effectively.
• Algorithmic thinking, with well-tested programming ability in Tcl, Make and Linux shell.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out physical implementation of Arm IP to tape out to silicon
• Deliver accurate results across a range of technology nodes to showcase the best of our designs
• Collaborate with our chip design partners to support their physical implementation success
• Develop and deploy new methodologies to improve implementation efficiency and results
• Convert ground-breaking R&D concepts into real implementation solutions

Skills

Physical implementation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Algorithmic thinking

Tools

Tcl

Make

Linux shell

Job description

Job overview:

(Please note, we're open to this role being based in our Cambridge, Manchester or Sheffield offices).

Do you want to shape the future of chip design? In the Solutions Engineering group at Arm, we're looking for an experienced physical implementation engineer to join our team in a multi-faceted and diverse role!

Implementation engineers in our team help to optimize the power, performance and cohesiveness of Arm's solutions, while also evolving our next generation of implementation flows. You'll wield influence over the development of EDA tools and contribute to building a proven understanding base surrounding high performance chip design.

Within our team, we work with multiple divisions within Arm to steer product direction, define high quality standards and help drive partner success. We use our keen analytical skills and effective communication to provide solutions to a wide range of problems in the physical design space.

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out physical implementation of Arm IP to tape out to silicon
• Deliver accurate results across a range of technology nodes to showcase the best of our designs
• Collaborate with our chip design partners to support their physical implementation success
• Develop and deploy new methodologies to improve implementation efficiency and results
• Convert ground-breaking R&D concepts into real implementation solutions

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience of diverse physical implementation work, covering the whole RTL to GDS2 design flow, preferably including a chip tapeout
• The ability to analyse problems, reason logically about solutions and chart the appropriate course to take
• Be able dream big, explore new insights and communicate them effectively
• Algorithmic thinking, with well-tested programming ability in Tcl, Make and Linux shell

Nice To Have” Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of microprocessor architecture, Arm IP and Arm-based SoCs
• Past experience with programming languages for data processing and presentation - along the lines of Python, JavaScript, HTML, SQL, MatLab
• Experience with RTL design in an HDL such as Verilog, SystemVerilog or VHDL
• Experience with low power design techniques - clock and power gating, voltage/frequency scaling, retention
• Understanding of power delivery and experience of static and dynamic IR-drop analysis
• Experience of physical verification (LVS and DRC) flows
• Experience with ATPG tools and/or production testing

Desirable behaviors for this role

At Arm, we are proud to have a set of behaviors that reflect our individual culture and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to 'defy ordinary and craft outstanding'. These behaviors are assessed as part of the recruitment process:

• Partner and customer focus – A tendency to put your partners and customers first, by understanding their needs and striving to achieve good outcomes.
• Teamwork and communication – Ability to forge lasting relationships which are built upon mutual trust, open communication and sharing of information and success.
• Creativity and innovation – Possessing a passion for driving continuous improvement through spotting opportunities and seeking the views of others.
• Team and personal development – Take time to work on yourself and lead your own development, and encouraging team members and our ecosystem partners to do the same.
• Impact and influence – Listen to perspectives, evaluate, persuade and carefully shape your work to deliver truly impactful results.
• Deliver on your promises – Demonstrate optimism and positivity while you work towards overcoming obstacles, acting with energy and enthusiasm because you’re passionate about the work.

In Return

Your engineering skills will be utilised to deliver industry leading silicon solutions. There will be opportunity to build your technical skills and be mentored towards becoming an established and recognised authority within the existing team. Our team is committed to improvement, and we would like you to be part of that process.

Additional Information

If skilled worker sponsorship is required, Arm will meet costs associated with sponsorship for the employer only. All fees associated with the individual’s application e.g. visa application fee and Immigration Health Surcharge, will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

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Hybrid Working

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Equal Opportunities

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