CAD STA Technologist
Austin, Texas, United States
Hardware
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In this exciting role, you'll work collaboratively with the PNR , Custom Digital & Analog Design teams, Power & Tech team and our CAD flow developers. Our team works to specify the analysis condition and IP requirements for timing and noise analysis closure methodologies and we provide guidance specific for timing analysis closure to STA CAD flow developers.
Key Qualifications
- STA timing closure experience of gate level and transistor level designs in advanced CMOS process.
- Thorough understanding of STA and methodologies for timing closure, good understanding of noise, cross-talk, and OCV effects.
- Excellent data analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and driving decision making is highly desired.
- Programming experience in Python required.
- Prior experience delivering new designs to production under a very ambitious schedule ideal.
- Knowledge of PrimeTime & NanoTime setup/flow automation, Spice simulation and understanding of derates and margins in typical STA/glitch noise closure a bonus.
- Self-motivated and schedule oriented is a big plus.
Description
- Drive STA and noise methodology working closely with Design, CAD and Technology teams.
- Work with Compiler & Library teams to specify all foundry & third-part IP vendor collateral requirements.
- Work with the STA CAD flow developers to incorporate timing closure requirements.
- Create documentation and help with guidelines/specs.
- Engage parties in decision making and drive to timely closure and thorough follow-through.
Education & Experience
Minimum requirement of BS + 3 years of relevant industry experience.