Design Engineer - STA

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Broadcom Inc. is seeking a senior engineer with a deep background in VLSI/ASIC timing and design. You will work on significant development and support issues, analyzing complex data and coordinating with teams across time zones.

Required: BS/MS in EE/CE with 10+ years (MS) or 12+ years (BS); TCL, Python, or Ruby; experience with PrimeTime/Cadence and SPICE analysis. Excellent communication across geographies is essential.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 10+ years (MS) or 12+ years (BS) related experience.
• Strong understanding of VLSI/ASIC physical design and timing constraints.
• Experience with timing analysis tools and error/warning debugging.
• Proficient in TCL; Python or Ruby is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex design and data to resolve timing issues across geographies.
• Organize large datasets and present findings clearly to teams.
• Work independently on new tasks and potentially supervise others.
• Communicate with multiple engineers and teams across time zones.

Skills

VLSI/ASIC design

Timing analysis

RC networks timing

Signal integrity

Debugging timing tools

Data organization

Cross-teams communication

Independent judgment

Python/Ruby/TCL

Education

BS in Electrical or Computer Eng

MS in Electrical or Computer Eng (optional)

Tools

Synopsys PrimeTime

Cadence Tempus

SPICE analysis

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

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

Act 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.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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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About the Company

Welcome! Thank you for your interest in Broadcom! We are a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. For more information please visit our video library and check out our Connected by Broadcom series. Follow us on Linked In Broadcom Inc.