Principal Engineer – Chip Design Back End

Job Description

Job Overview: : As a Backend (Physical Design) Principal Engineer specializing in Semiconductor Chip Design, you will lead and coordinate the execution of the back-end stages of integrated circuit development. This role requires a strong technical background in physical design, a deep understanding of semiconductor processes, and exceptional project management skills. You will oversee teams engaged in physical design, synthesis, DFT, place and route, power integrity, and other back-end aspects to ensure the successful realization of semiconductor designs. Additionally, you will oversee product support activities for both Pre-production and Post-production stages, ensuring the successful initiation, development, and sustainment of semiconductor designs. Required Skills & Experience - Min 8+ years of strong experience in backend flows for MCU or low-power SoC designs. - Ability to lead the DFT teams, Physical and formal Verification Teams. - Exposure to frontend and Analog processes. - Ability to collaborate effectively with frontend and analog teams - Experience in Product Support for both Pre and Post Production Stages, Support for RMA teams. Preferred Skills and Experience - Min 1+ years of Project Management (Waterfall and Agile – Hybrid Methodology). - Continuous Improvement. - Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in semiconductor front-end design. Qualifications: Masters in VLSI design from reputed universities like IIT/NIT with a background in Bachelors in Electronics and Communication, or a related field. Show more Show less