SOC Design Engineer – Physical Design and Integration

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Hillsboro, OR
In-Office
105K-197K Annually
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Software • Semiconductor
Creating world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth.
The Role
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Job Description: 

Do Something Wonderful!

Intel put Silicon in Silicon Valley. No one else is obsessed with engineering and has a brighter future. Every day, we create world changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth. So, if you have a big idea, let's do something wonderful together. Join us, because at Intel, we are building a better tomorrow.

Who We Are

The role is within Intel's highly regarded Devices Development Group, headquartered in Portland, Oregon with additional sites in Penang, Malaysia, and Bangalore, India. Our bold purpose as a company is to 'create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth' and this role is instrumental in furthering our mission to shape the future of technology. 

Who You Are

We are looking for a SoC Physical Design Engineer, who is ready to research, design, develop, and test lead Intel designs as we reimagine how to build SoCs at Intel and in the semiconductor industry. Our bold purpose as a company is to create world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth, and this role is instrumental in furthering our mission to shape the future of technology.

Your responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

  • Performing physical design implementation of custom IP and SoC designs from RTL to GDS to create a design database that is ready for manufacturing.

  • Physical Synthesis, Floor planning, Place and Route, Clock Tree Synthesis with Synopsys and/or Cadence EDA tools.

  • Multiple Power Domain analysis and handling using standard Power Formats UPF or CPF.

  • Verification and Signoff including Formal Equivalence Verification, Static Timing Analysis, Reliability Verification, Static and Dynamic power integrity, Layout Verification, Electrical rule checking, Noise analysis and Structural Design checking.

  • Analyzes results and makes recommendations to fix violations for current and future product architecture.

  • Participating in the development and improvement of physical design methodologies and flow automation.

  • Driving performance optimization, including co-optimization, work with process teams, to create best-in-class designs.

The ideal candidate should exhibit behavioral traits that indicate:

  • Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including written, verbal, and presentation communications.

  • Attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate in a high-paced atmosphere.

Qualifications:

You must possess the minimum education requirements and minimum required qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Additional preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
 

Minimum Qualifications

  • The candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field with 1+ years of relevant experience -OR- Master's Degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in physical design using industry EDA tools.

  • Experience in backend design and/or integration

  • Experience in Product development and delivery on leading edge process nodes

  • Experience in Python/Perl/TCL programming languages

          

Job Type:Experienced Hire

Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations:

Business group:The Silicon Engineering Group (SIG) is a worldwide organization focused on the development and integration of SOCs, Cores, and critical IPs from architecture to manufacturing readiness that power Intel’s leadership products. This business group leverages an incomparable mix of experts with different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to unleash the most innovative, amazing, and exciting computing experiences.

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 TrustN/A

Benefits:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.  Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here:

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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US:

$104,890.00-197,230.00 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 require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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