Physical IC Design Engineer

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
122K-195K Annually
Senior level
Software • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Execute full physical IC design flow from RTL to tape-out, including synthesis, place-and-route, clock tree synthesis, timing closure, EM/IR analysis, floorplanning, physical verification, and EDA flow/methodology development while collaborating with RTL designers.
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Job Description:

Broadcom is searching for a Physical IC Design Engineer to join the Asic Products Division. This position involves working with the latest technology to continue driving next generation Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning ecosystems through our PCIe Switch Products – and managing mega datacenters, while leading world class performance, through our Enterprise Storage Products. More specifically, this position will require in-depth knowledge and expertise in all Physical Design aspects of taking RTL to silicon tape-out.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Execution of Physical Design, Synthesis, Physical Verification, and Timing Closure

  • Setup and Synthesizing RTL

  • Timing closure through various methods and strategies

  • EM/IR Analysis

  • Place and Route

  • Clock Tree Synthesis

  • Floor-planning and Layout

  • Flow and Methodology Development

  • Collaborating with IC Design RTL Engineers

  • Must work in person at our San Jose site: no remote work allowed.

Required attributes:

  • TCL/PERL Scripting

  • Proficiency in related EDA Tools

  • Full physical design cycle experience: RTL to Tape-out

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum: Bachelor’s degree required in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering

  • 8+ Years of relevant experience

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $121,900 - $195,000.

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.

Skills Required

  • TCL/PERL scripting
  • Proficiency in related EDA tools
  • Full physical design cycle experience (RTL to Tape-out)
  • 8+ years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work in person at San Jose site (no remote work)

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  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity is used broadly through RSUs with quarterly or annual vesting, and an ESPP with a discount and look‑back that can add meaningful upside. Company disclosures show ongoing equity grants, including inducement RSUs tied to acquisitions, underscoring equity’s central role in total rewards.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with a competitive company match and immediate vesting is consistently highlighted, supporting long‑term savings. Tax‑advantaged accounts like HSA/FSA further strengthen the financial wellness toolkit.
  • Pay Growth & Progression Compensation ceilings in technical tracks are described as high, with wide ranges and very strong totals for experienced engineers. Sales compensation is also characterized as competitive, supporting attractive on‑target earnings.

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The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
38,985 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) is a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.

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