Full Chip Timing Modeling and Integration Engineer

191 Altera Corporation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Altera seeks a Full Chip Timing Modeling and Integration Engineer to develop timing methodologies and execute full-chip timing for next-generation FPGA products. You will work with cross-functional teams to define timing strategies, generate high-level models, and ensure timing model integration and validation.

The role emphasizes hands-on STA, design constraint development, and ongoing process improvements within a fast-paced, multi-site environment in San Jose, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field plus 5+ years industry experience.
• Experience with advanced semiconductor process nodes (5+ years).
• Experience with timing formats and design constraints (Liberty/Verilog/SDC) (5+ years).
• 5+ years of Static Timing Analysis (STA) with SPICE correlation.
• 5+ years in timing modeling and library QA.
• 5+ years writing Python and Tcl scripts for design automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop timing methodologies and execute full-chip timing for next-generation FPGA products using advanced process technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define timing modeling strategies and solutions.
• Generate high-level timing models and perform timing model integration and validation.
• Perform hands-on full-chip timing analysis, including clocking and timing constraint development.
• Work with Front-End and Back-End design teams to understand design architecture and implementation.
• Analyze extraction issues, design margins, timing signoff requirements, and timing quality checks.
• Debug and troubleshoot a wide variety of technical issues, including difficult and critical design issues.
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiently solve technical issues, and communicate trade-offs across teams.
• Work independently and collaboratively to deliver high-quality results within aggressive project schedules.

Skills

Timing methodologies

Full-chip timing

Python scripting

Tcl scripting

STA

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

Liberty

Verilog

Synopsys Design Constraints (SDC)

Job description

Job Details

Altera is seeking highly qualified candidates to join our Full Chip Timing team. Altera continues to deliver industry-leading Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) solutions to customers. As a Full Chip Timing Modeling and Integration Engineer, you will develop timing methodologies and execute full-chip timing for Altera’s next-generation product lines using the world's most advanced process technologies. This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you will be part of a high-performance design team working toward next-generation FPGA products. You will work hands-on performing full-chip timing analysis, leveraging your extensive design experience and interpersonal skills to solve technical issues, drive continuous improvement, and clearly communicate technical trade-offs with diverse, cross-functional, and multi-site teams. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define timing modeling strategies and solutions, generate high-level timing models, and integrate and validate timing models. Success in this role requires the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team while meeting aggressive schedules. We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop timing methodologies and execute full-chip timing for next-generation FPGA products using advanced process technologies.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define timing modeling strategies and solutions.


• Generate high-level timing models and perform timing model integration and validation.


• Perform hands-on full-chip timing analysis, including clocking and timing constraint development.


• Work with Front-End and Back-End design teams to understand design architecture and implementation.


• Analyze extraction issues, design margins, timing signoff requirements, and timing quality checks.


• Debug and troubleshoot a wide variety of technical issues, including difficult and critical design issues, and proactively intervene to resolve them.


• Drive continuous improvement, efficiently solve technical issues, and communicate technical trade-offs across cross-functional and multi-site teams.


• Work independently and collaboratively to deliver high-quality results within aggressive project schedules.

Salary Range

Salary Range The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. $133,200 - $192,825 USD

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 5+ years of industry experience in SoC development.


• 5+ years of industry experience working with advanced semiconductor process nodes.


• 5+ years of industry experience with industry-standard timing formats and design constraints, including Liberty, Verilog, and Synopsys Design Constraints (SDC).


• 5+ years of industry experience with Static Timing Analysis (STA), including correlating STA results with SPICE.


• 5+ years of industry experience in timing modeling and library quality assurance (QA).


• 5+ years of industry experience writing Python and Tcl scripts for design automation.


• 5+ years of industry experience applying silicon modeling concepts, such as LVF and POCV.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant industry experience.


• Experience completing several complex designs involving multiple voltage domains.


• Experience with common modes of operation, including functional and Design-for-Test (DFT), for use in timing constraint review and management.


• Experience in the architecture and/or design of FPGA, DDR, PCIe, or related technologies.


• Experience actively applying AI/ML techniques to improve and optimize execution.

Job Type and Location

Job Type: Regular Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: San Jose, California, United States Additional Locations:

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

About Altera

Altera: Accelerating Innovators Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, System on Modules, SmartNICs and IPUs provide the flexibility to accelerate innovation. Altera is helping to shape the future through pioneering innovation that unlocks extraordinary possibilities for everyone on the planet.