Sr Lead GPU Physical Design Engineer

General Summary: Qualcomm, a global technology leader, drives innovation to enable next-generation experiences and digital transformation for a smarter, connected future. As a Hardware Engineer, you will contribute to planning, designing, optimizing, verifying, and testing cutting-edge electronic systems including digital, analog, RF, optical circuits, FPGA, DSP, and system packaging. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, you will develop high-performance, power-efficient solutions that meet stringent performance and quality standards. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience. OR Master's degree in the above fields with 2+ years of relevant experience. OR PhD in the above fields with 1+ year of relevant experience. Key Skills & Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in static timing analysis (STA), constraint development, and physical design implementation. Proficient in industry-standard EDA tools such as PrimeTime (PT), Tempus, Genus, Innovus, and ICC. Deep expertise in STA debugging and fixing extreme critical timing bottlenecks. Skilled in preparing complex Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) for timing convergence across multiple process corners using tools like Tweaker, Tempus, and Physical PT ECOs. Strong understanding of power minimization techniques and experience implementing low power design methodologies. Experience with deep submicron process nodes preferred. Solid knowledge of high-performance and low-power implementation techniques. Proven ability to push Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) to achieve optimal design outcomes. Strong fundamentals in digital design and timing closure. Expertise in scripting languages such as Perl and TCL for automation and design tasks. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with advanced process technologies and complex SoC designs. Ability to work in fast-paced environments and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.