CPU Implementation Engineer
Core
Define CPU micro-architecture, drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence, and optimize silicon yield for high-performance processors.
Role type
Senior IC CPU Implementation Engineer
Builds
CPU micro-architectures and silicon designs
Domain
Semiconductor / CPU Design
Required skills
CPU micro-architecture design, PPA trade-off analysis, RTL-to-GDS flow management, synthesis and place-and-route optimization, floor-planning, timing closure, ECO methodologies, physical design verification
Preferred skills
N/A
Technologies
Synthesis tools, PnR tools, Static Timing Analysis (STA), LVS, DRC
Responsibilities
Collaborate with micro-architects on design feasibility and PPA trade-offs; Drive RTL-to-GDS convergence using synthesis and place-and-route tools; Design block-level delivery and close backend flows; Work with CAD/PD teams on tool optimizations; Coordinate with top-level teams on floorplan, timing, power, and testability; Optimize memory macros and standard cells with custom IP teams; Execute ECOs to resolve timing and noise issues; Manage physical design verification flows.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC