ASIC Design Automation Engineer

Broadcom; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401K with company match

ESPP

EAP

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave and vacation

Paid family leave

Job summary

Broadcom is seeking an ASIC Design Automation Engineer to define, develop, deploy, and support the design automation software tools and flows used in ASIC development. The role involves building, testing, and deploying software products that support synthesis, place-and-route, and verification within a global design team.

The candidate will work hands-on to automate tool processes, debug complex issues, and collaborate with EDA vendors, leveraging languages like Python, Perl, Ruby, TCL, and

Qualifications

• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages used to automate design tool flows.
• Experience with design automation tools and ASIC flow.
• Strong understanding of digital logic and HDL implementation.
• Ability to debug, optimize and document software used in IC design.

Responsibilities

• Automate design tool processes using Bash, Python, Ruby, or TCL.
• Develop complex tools in C/C++ for ASIC design flows.
• Debug tool and flow issues for IC designers across geographies.
• Provide training and support on tools and methodologies to engineers.
• Collaborate with EDA vendors to resolve tool-related issues.
• Apply HW/SW skills to create innovative design automation solutions.
• Create and maintain documentation and training for flows and internal tools.

Skills

Perl

Python

Ruby

Tcl

C/C++

Verilog HDL

Digital Logic Design

UNIX/Linux

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering

Job description

ASIC Design Automation Engineer

Broadcom’s ASIC Products Division is seeking a Design Automation Software Development Engineer. They will define, develop, deploy and support the methodology, design automation software tools and flow used in ASIC development.

Job Description

ASIC Design Automation Engineer

Broadcom’s ASIC Products Division is seeking a Design Automation Software Development Engineer. They will define, develop, deploy and support the methodology, design automation software tools and flow used in ASIC development.

This job will involve development, testing and deployment of software products and usage methodology to a world-wide, cutting edge, ASIC Design technology development and implementation team. These tools are used to support IC hardware development, synthesis, place, route, as well as verification that the ASIC is implemented correctly.

The candidate should have hands-on experience developing and debugging software in a team environment. They must also have an understanding of digital logic design and implementation. The candidate must possess excellent communication and problem solving skills to conquer the demanding and ever changing requirements of the ASIC customer base.

Responsibilities

• Using Bash, Python, Ruby, or TCL scripting to automate design tool processes
• Development of complex tools in languages such as C++
• Debugging tool and design flow related issues for IC designers
• Providing support/training on tools and methodologies to engineers at multiple geographies
• Working directly with EDA vendors to resolve tool issues
• Applying hardware/software skills to create innovative solutions
• Developing documentation and training on custom flows and internal tools

Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Perl, Python, Ruby, Tcl, C/C++ in a UNIX/Linux environment
• Digital Logic Design and Verilog HDL
• Understanding of programming issues such as OO design, data structures, sorting, recursion, stack overflow and greedy algorithms.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication skills
• Static Timing Analysis
• Power Delivery Verification and Analysis

Education

• Bachelors degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering or Masters Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering

Compensation And Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 61,900.00 To USD 99,000.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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