Director, Silicon Design Engineering

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221K-312K Annually
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The Role
Lead physical design timing efforts for next-generation SoCs: perform timing analysis and optimization, generate and validate timing constraints, define PVT conditions, develop timing models and flows, collaborate with clocking, architecture, and logic teams to ensure high-performance, low-power chip integration.
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Job Description: The Role and Impact As a Physical Design Timing Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering Intel's next-generation System-on-Chip (SoC) products. In this position, you will focus on ensuring optimal timing, power efficiency, and performance of Intel's cutting-edge designs. Your expertise will directly impact Intel's ability to deliver high-performance, power-optimized, and innovative products that redefine the technology landscape. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will drive the development of advanced methodologies and solutions to tackle complex technical challenges and help shape the future of computing. Key Responsibilities - Perform comprehensive timing analysis and optimization to ensure robust, high-performance designs. - Generate and validate timing constraints and address timing violations at the chip and block levels for SoCs. - Conduct timing rollups and ensure functionality of designs with optimized performance and power characteristics. - Develop and implement methodologies to produce high-quality timing models that enhance the efficiency of the physical design team. - Define process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) conditions tailored to product operating plans and binning requirements for precise timing analysis. - Collaborate with clocking teams and full-chip designers to maintain clocking balance, resolve timing issues, and optimize power delivery and partitioning. - Partner with architecture, clocking design, and logic design teams to define and validate advanced SoC clocking flows and methodologies. - Ensure adherence to high-performance, low-power clock network guidelines while driving flow development for seamless chip integration.

Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's or BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field and/or prolonged course of study in a specialized area, or equivalent experience per job requirements. - At least 12 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 8 years with a Master's degree, or 6 years with a PhD in timing analysis, physical design, or a related domain. - Proficiency in static timing analysis, timing constraint generation, and timing optimization techniques. - Experience with tools, flows, and methodologies (TFM) for physical design and timing analysis. - Strong knowledge of SoC clocking, timing budgeting, and constraint adaptation. - Familiarity with scripting languages such as TCL for automation and design optimization. - Understanding of digital design fundamentals, power and performance analysis, and optimization techniques. Preferred Qualifications - Exposure to signal and power integrity analysis and optimization. - Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architecture, logic design, and clocking teams. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work on complex, large-scale designs. - Experience working with advanced process nodes and knowledge of industry-leading EDA tools. Join us in pushing the boundaries of technology and making a global impact. Be part of a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to groundbreaking innovations and technological breakthroughs. Apply today to be part of Intel's journey to shape the future of the semiconductor industry.

          

Job Type:Experienced Hire

Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, California, Santa Clara

Additional Locations:US, Oregon, Hillsboro, US, Texas, Austin

Business group:The Central Engineering Group (CEG) is Intel's data-driven organization that builds scalable engineering solutions across three pillars: Product Enablement (IP, tools, and methodologies), Custom ASIC (leveraging existing IP for custom silicon), and Foundry Enablement (supporting top customers and validating technologies). The team focuses on customer-driven, end-to-end solutions with short development cycles to deliver measurable business impact across Intel's product and foundry businesses.

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.Position of TrustThis role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.



Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $220,920.00-311,890.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 12+ years experience (with BS) in timing analysis, physical design, or related domain (8+ with MS, 6+ with PhD)
  • Proficiency in static timing analysis, timing constraint generation, and timing optimization techniques
  • Experience with physical design tools, flows, and methodologies (TFM) for timing analysis
  • Strong knowledge of SoC clocking, timing budgeting, and constraint adaptation
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as TCL for automation
  • Understanding of digital design fundamentals, power and performance analysis, and optimization techniques
  • Exposure to signal and power integrity analysis and optimization
  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (architecture, logic, clocking)
  • Experience with advanced process nodes and industry-leading EDA tools
  • Strong problem-solving skills and experience with large-scale complex designs

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  • Parental & Family Support Family-building and caregiving supports are extensive, including fertility coverage, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, childcare and elder care resources, and a structured reintegration for new parents. These benefits are positioned as best-in-class elements of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off includes generous PTO, a paid sabbatical after extended tenure, and multiple leave types such as family, medical, bereavement, and military. This breadth enables employees to disconnect, recharge, and manage life events.
  • Retirement Support Long-term savings are bolstered by a competitive 401(k) match and access to deferred compensation for eligible levels, alongside stock purchase opportunities. These programs are highlighted as strong tools for financial security.

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