Staff SOC Physical Design Engineer

Nutanix; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 152,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the physical design flow for high‑speed DDR and graphics within SoC projects. You will synthesize ambiguous requirements and drive placement, routing, PDN, and timing closure to tapeout.

The role emphasizes collaboration in cross‑functional teams, design reviews, and optimization for power and performance in cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field and 3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead floor planning, clock tree synthesis, place and route, and PDN analysis for high‑speed SoC designs.
• Perform timing analysis and ensure closure to tapeout.
• Provide design reviews and communicate development plans across teams.

Skills

Physical design

Floor planning

Clock tree synthesis

Place and route

PDN analysis

Timing analysis

Power optimization

SoC architecture

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS

Job description

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS EngineeringGeneral Summary:This individual leads, plans, synthesizes ambiguous or conflicting requirements and performs the complex responsibility of the Physical Design Flow of high-speed DDR, graphics, physical verification flows, micro-architecture, SOC algorithm design and modeling, and methodology, focusing on target power utilization and optimization for system-on-chip (SoC) products and how these features impact power and performance. Responsibilities include: Floor Planning, Clock Tree Synthesis, Place and Route, PDN, Timing analysis and closure. Performs various physical verification checks (such as LVS, DRC, design-for-manufacturing & design-for-yield) at the chip and block levels. Provides schedules and support cross-functional engineering effort to drive to signoff closure for tapeout. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings and communicates and implements a development plan.Will accept a Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field and three (3) years of experience in a related occupation.Pay Range: $152,360.00 - $210,000.00/yearApplicants : Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies : Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers .