{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a7fa6f324f9158e3f58bfbea","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a7fa6f324f9158e3f58bfbea","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a7fa6f324f9158e3f58bfbea","title":"CPU Physical Design Engineer","description":"In most instances, this position requires in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.\nNote: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Austin, TX, USA; Mountain View, CA, USA.\nMinimum qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.\n4 years of experience with digital physical design implementation, including synthesis, Place and Route (PnR), and timing closure.\nExperience in high-performance, low-power physical design implementation or design convergence with industry standard synthesis, PnR and singoff tools.\n\nPreferred qualifications:\nMaster's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.\nExperience with Static Timing Analysis (STA), physical verification, or electrical checks using industry-standard tools.\nExperience working on high-performance CPU, GPU, or SoC block-level designs in advanced process nodes (e.g., 5nm or below).\nProficiency in scripting with Tcl or Python for workflow automation and QoR analysis.\nUnderstanding of power grid design, EMIR constraints, and low-power implementation techniques.\nAbout the job\nBe part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.\nGoogle's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. We aim to make people's lives better through technology.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.\n\nUS: $138000 - $197000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits\n\nLearn more about benefits at Google.\nResponsibilities\nExecute block-level physical design implementation from synthesis, Place and Route and design convergence via signoff checks.\nAnalyze and resolve timing, congestion, and power issues to achieve optimal Power, Performance, and Area.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams including RTL, Architecture, and DFT to align design constraints.\nPerform signoff activities, including Static Timing Analysis, physical verification, and power checks.\nGoogle is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 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