Senior Engineer, Design Automation Methodologies

Arm Limited; India; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm is seeking an experienced Engineer with a strong background in ASIC front-end methodologies across IP and SoC design. The role demands 5+ years in VLSI, with proven ability to deploy automation flows and design checks, collaborating with global teams to continuously improve methodologies.

You will define deployment of front-end flows, contribute to linting and SDC/CDR checks, and engage in cross-team improvements while representing Arm in conferences and internal forums.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in VLSI ASIC design and methodology development and deployment.
• Demonstrated experience in executing and driving design check activities for complex SoC projects.
• Expertise in EDA tools such as SpyGlass, VC RDC, LEC, Design Compilers, and formal verification tools.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Perl, TCL.
• Strong understanding of Verilog/System Verilog and front-end design verification techniques (CDC, RDC, Lint, FV, Synthesis).

Responsibilities

• Define the deployment of sophisticated front-end methodologies for ASIC design, including SoC Integration, LEC, CDC/RDC, SDC, linting processes for ASIC project.
• Apply automation in design check flows to improve operating efficiencies.
• Collaborate closely with other design engineers in resolving all the design checks violations and sign-off the design check reports
• Collaborate closely with worldwide team on design methodology, define and evaluate the flows. Actively involve in defining the improvements in the methodology.
• Represent the company in technical conferences, working groups, and internal award forums.

Skills

VLSI ASIC design

Methodology deployment

Python scripting

Perl scripting

TCL scripting

Verilog/SystemVerilog

Front-end verification techniques

EDA tooling

CDC/RDC & LEC

Design checks & automation

Tools

SpyGlass

VC RDC

LEC

Design Compiler

Formal verification tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Engineer with experience in ASIC front-end methodologies across IP and SoC design domains. The ideal candidate will bring over 5+ years of VLSI experience, having successfully handled and deployed sophisticated automation flows, design checks and collaborated effectively to deliver innovative solutions in the semiconductor domain. The role includes working with global design teams and internal collaborators to deploy IP/SoC design checks, integration methodologies and improve them continuously.

Responsibilities:

• Define the deployment of sophisticated front-end methodologies for ASIC design, including SoC Integration, LEC, CDC/RDC, SDC, linting processes for ASIC project.
• Apply automation in design check flows to improve the operating efficiencies.
• Collaborate closely with other design engineers in resolving all the design checks violations and sign-off the design check reports
• Collaborate closely with worldwide team on design methodology, define and evaluate the flows. Actively involve in defining the improvements in the methodology.
• Represent the company in technical conferences, working groups, and internal award forums.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in VLSI ASIC design and methodology development and deployment.
• Demonstrated experience in executing and driving design check activities for complex SoC projects.
• Expertise in EDA tools such as SpyGlass, VC RDC, LEC, Design Compilers, and formal verification tools.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Perl, TCL.
• Strong understanding of Verilog/System Verilog and front-end design verification techniques (CDC, RDC, Lint, FV, Synthesis).

Nice to Have Skills and Experience :

• Experience in leveraging AI-driven techniques to optimize and automate workflows within EDA environments.
• SDC and Timing Constraint knowledge, experience working with tools like TimeVision and Fishtail.
• Familiarity with automotive and compute SoC programs and compliance processes.
• Awards or accolades demonstrating innovation, execution excellence, and peer recognition.

In Return:

We are proud to have a set of behaviors that reflects who we are and guides our decisions, defining how we work together to surpass ordinary and shape outstanding!

• Partner and dedication towards or customers
• Collaborate and communication
• Originality and resourcefulness
• Team and personal development
• Impact and influence
• Deliver on your promises

10x Mindset at Arm

At Arm, we believe progress happens when people are empowered to think bigger and push beyond what seems possible. Our 10x mindset is about curiosity, ambition and creating impact that will be used by millions. We learn fast, prioritise collaboration and turn bold ideas into real technology. We look for people who are inspired by this way of working and want to grow in an environment where bold ideas are welcomed. Read more about how we bring the 10x mindset to life on the Arm blog. https://careers.arm.com/10x-mindset

Our 10x Mindset

At Arm, we believe progress happens when people are empowered to think bigger and push beyond what seems possible. Our 10x mindset is about curiosity, ambition and creating impact that will be used by millions. We learn fast, prioritise collaboration and turn bold ideas into real technology. We look for people who are inspired by this way of working and want to grow in an environment where bold ideas are welcomed. Discover how the 10x mindset shapes life at Arm: https://careers.arm.com/10x-mindset

Use of AI in Your Application

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Recruitment Adjustments and Accommodations

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Hybrid Working

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Equal Opportunities

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.