Design Engineer - STA

Broadcom; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 129,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadcom is seeking an experienced timing/STA engineer in Fort Collins to tackle significant timing challenges in high-end VLSI/ASIC designs. You will work with global teams to analyze, constrain, and optimize timing paths, RC networks, and signal integrity while producing clear timing diagrams and reports.

The role requires strong TCL scripting, expertise in PrimeTime/Tempus, and the ability to communicate across geographies. A BS/MS in EE/CE with extensive experience is expected.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 12+ or 10+ years related experience.
• Expertise in VLSI/ASIC physical design and STA.
• Experience with PrimeTime or Tempus and timing constraints.
• Strong cross-geography communication and data organization.
• Proficient in TCL; other languages helpful.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex timing issues and develop robust solutions.
• Create and debug timing constraints and generate timing reports.
• Collaborate with global teams across geographies and time zones.
• Mentor junior engineers and supervise activities as needed.
• Develop timing diagrams and validate RC and signal integrity impacts.

Skills

VLSI/ASIC physical design

PLL/clock networks

Flip-flops/latches/memories/CMOS gates

Static timing analysis (PrimeTime/Cad/

Timing constraints & reports

STA concepts

RC networks timing propagation

Signal integrity & crosstalk

Setup/hold timing checks

Timing diagrams

Variation modeling (POCV/SOCV/LVF)

MIS - multi-input switching

Liberty timing models (CCS/ECSM/NLDM)

Path-based analysis (PBA)

Location aware timing derates (LOCV/SO

SPICE analysis

TCL scripting

Python/Ruby/Bash scripting

Communication and data presentation

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

MS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

Synopsys PrimeTime

Cadence Tempus

SPICE tooling

Job description

Job Description:

Job Complexity

Works on significant and unique development and support issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles along with an in-depth understanding of the underlying design/constraints and implementation techniques used.Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups and works well with individuals and teams spread across geographical time-zones.

Technical Skills/ background

Strong understanding of VLSI and ASIC physical design

• Should have basic understanding of PLLs and clock networks

• Should be familiar with design elements like flip flops, latches, memories, and basic CMOS logic gates

Experience using a static timing analysis tool. Preferably Synopsys PrimeTime and/or Cadence Tempus.

• Ability to create and debug timing constraints

• Ability to understand and debug warning and error messages from the timing tool

• Ability to generate and understand timing reports

Understanding of basic STA concepts

• Solid understanding of RC networks and how they affect the timing/propagation of signals

• Understanding of Signal Integrity, Crosstalk Delay, and Glitch/Noise Analysis

• Understanding of setup analysis, hold analysis, and other timing checks

• Ability to understand and create timing diagrams

Preferred understanding of more advanced STA concepts

• POCV/SOCV/LVF modeling of variation

• MIS - multi input switching

• CCS/ECSM/NLDM - liberty timing models

• PBA - path based analysis

• LOCV/SOCV - location aware timing derates

Experience on timing SOIC/ 3DIC designs a plus

Experience using SPICE analysis

Coding experience

• TCL is required.Experience with at least one or two other coding languages is preferred

Communication and organizational skills

• Must have the ability to work and clearly communicate with multiple engineers and teams across geographies

• Must have the ability to work with and organize large amounts of data

• Must be able to organize and present data in a clear manner

• Must be able to manage a large variety of tasks

• Strong ability to debug problems and create solutions

• STA requires a person with strong engineering capabilities and good engineering judgement.

Supervision

• Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments.

• May supervise the activities of others.

• Works in close collaboration with supervisor and can effectively context-switch and multi-task based on business need.

Education and Experience required

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 12+ years related experience; or an MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 10+ years related experience.

Programming Languages

• Python/Ruby, TCL, BASH

General

• Professional, open, and highly self-motivated attitude

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 129,400.00 To USD 207,000.00

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.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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