Experienced Digital Physical Design Engineer

Anysilicon; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies, a leader in electronic design and test, seeks an experienced Digital Physical Design Engineer to drive ASIC design from RTL to GDS in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include floor planning, timing, verification, and sign-off with foundries, plus coordinating tool flows with vendors. 15+ years in ASIC design preferred; strong leadership and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 15+ years of ASIC design experience is typical.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical design and tape-out of digital/mixed-signal ASICs from RTL to GDS.
• Solve complex design challenges and address customer issues.
• Engage in full ASIC design activities: definition, architecture, digital logic, IP validation.
• Oversee floor planning, PNR, timing closure, STA, formal verification, low power design, clocking, EMIR, and PD verification.
• Conduct sign-off checks and interface with foundries for GDS delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with constraints.
• Develop tool flows and coordinate with vendors to meet milestones.

Skills

Tapeout experience

ASIC design

Automation & scripting

DSP & digital arch

Leadership

Teamwork & communication

Innovus

Tempus

Voltus

Genus

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Innovus

Tempus

Voltus

Genus

Job description

Experienced Digital Physical Design Engineer

Job Description:

Keysight Technologies is a leader in technology innovation, providing advanced solutions in electronic design, simulation, and testing across various industries including communications, automotive, and aerospace. With a workforce of approximately 16,800, Keysight is committed to fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration, enabling employees to thrive in their careers. The company is currently seeking an experienced Physical Design R&D Engineer to contribute to the development of digital and mixed signal ASICs, a critical component of their product offerings.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the physical design and tape release of digital and mixed signal ASICs from RTL to GDS.
• Solve complex design and development challenges, addressing customer application issues.
• Engage in full ASIC design activities including definition, architecture, digital logic design, and IP validation.
• Oversee floor planning, PNR, timing closure, STA, formal verification, low power design, clock distribution, EMIR analysis, and physical verification.
• Conduct close sign-off checks and interface with industry foundries for GDS delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with physical design constraints.
• Develop tool flows and coordinate with vendors to meet project milestones.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Typically 15 years of relevant experience in ASIC design and development.
• Extensive knowledge and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

• Industry tapeout experience and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Innovus, Tempus, Voltus, and Genus tools.
• Experience in task automation and scripting.
• Strong fundamentals in ASIC Design, DSP, and digital architectures/systems.
• Leadership skills to influence teams and drive productivity.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, both written and verbal.