About the Role
As a senior leader in the central physical design team, you will shape the long-term vision for physical design capabilities and infrastructure in alignment with company-wide technology strategy. You will lead RTL-to-GDSII implementation for multiple SoC programs, overseeing synthesis, floorplanning, power grid design, place and route, clock tree synthesis, timing closure, power/signal integrity signoff, and physical verification. You will provide strategic leadership and technical direction to physical design teams, ensuring successful and timely tapeouts of complex, high-performance SoCs. Additionally, you will mentor and develop engineering talent, foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and oversee team structure, hiring, performance management, and career development. You will drive cross-functional collaboration with design teams to influence design decisions and ensure successful project execution, navigate and resolve cross-functional conflicts, and drive the development and adoption of next-generation physical design methodologies, flows, and automation.
Responsibilities
- Shape the long-term vision for physical design capabilities and infrastructure in alignment with company-wide technology strategy
- Lead RTL-to-GDSII implementation for multiple SoC programs, overseeing synthesis, floorplanning, power grid design, place and route, clock tree synthesis, timing closure, power/signal integrity signoff, and physical verification (DRC/LVS)
- Provide strategic leadership and technical direction to physical design teams, ensuring successful and timely tapeouts of complex, high-performance SoCs
- Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Oversee team structure, hiring, performance management, and career development to build and retain a high-performing physical design organization
- Drive cross-functional collaboration with design teams to influence design decisions and ensure successful project execution
- Navigate and resolve cross-functional conflicts effectively, fostering alignment and maintaining momentum across diverse teams
- Drive the development and adoption of next-generation physical design methodologies, flows, and automation to improve productivity and design quality
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 15+ years of related professional experience or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 10-12 years of experience or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 8-10 years of experience or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a formal degree
- 15+ years of progressive experience in back-end physical design and verification, including significant leadership roles
- Proven track record of leading and scaling physical design teams, managing complex SoC projects, and delivering high-quality tapeouts under aggressive schedules
- Deep expertise in hierarchical physical design strategies, methodologies, and advanced process node challenges
- In-depth understanding of current design technologies used in major foundries
- Strong understanding of ASIC design flow, RTL integration, synthesis, and timing closure
- In-depth knowledge of modern EDA tools and flows
- Proficient in automation and scripting using Makefile, Tcl, Python, or Perl to enhance design efficiency and flow robustness
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders
- Experience in developing and deploying advanced physical design methodologies and flows
- Strong knowledge on static timing analysis (PrimeTime, Tempus), EM/IR-Drop/crosstalk analysis (PTSI, Voltus, Redhawk, PrimeRail), extraction (Quantus, StarRC), formal or physical verification (Formality, Verplex, Calibre, Hercules) a plus
- Familiarity with AI/ML-driven optimization in physical design tools is a plus
- This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law.
- Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.
Skills
- Physical design
- Methodology
- RTL-to-GDSII implementation
- Synthesis
- Floorplanning
- Power grid design
- Place and route
- Clock tree synthesis
- Timing closure
- Power/signal integrity signoff
- Physical verification (DRC/LVS)
- Automation
- Scripting (Makefile, Tcl, Python, Perl)
- Static timing analysis (PrimeTime, Tempus)
- EM/IR-Drop/crosstalk analysis (PTSI, Voltus, Redhawk, PrimeRail)
- Extraction (Quantus, StarRC)
- Formal or physical verification (Formality, Verplex, Calibre, Hercules)
- AI/ML-driven optimization in physical design tools
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior leader
- 15+ years of related professional experience
- 10-12 years of experience
- 8-10 years of experience
- 15+ years of progressive experience in back-end physical design and verification
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields
- PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields
Salary/Compensations
- 179,900 - 266,180 USD per annum
Benefits
- Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back
- Family support programs
- Robust mental health resources
- Recognition and service awards
About the Company
- Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world.
- Across enterprise, cloud and AI, automotive, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities.
- At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow.
- For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
- Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com.
