Sr. ASIC Physical Design Engineer

NOKIA
$202k - $370k USD *Plus, potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, California, Sunnyvale
520 Almanor Avenue (Show on map)
May 29, 2025
Lead physical design initiatives for multiple ASICs, optimizing layouts for area and performance. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Cadence and Synopsys EDA tools, with strong scripting capabilities in TCL, Perl, and Python for automated design flows. This role requires close collaboration with RTL designers and architects to implement design specifications, as well as partnership with fabrication vendors to ensure optimal layout, floorplanning, and overall design implementation. Experience in managing fab relationships and design optimization is essential. The successful candidate will lead physical design initiatives for multiple ASIC projects, focusing on: * Developing and optimizing physical design flows to achieve optimal area utilization and performance metrics * Implementing and iterating designs using industry-standard EDA tools from Cadence and Synopsys * Creating and maintaining automation scripts using TCL, Perl, and Python to enhance design flow efficiency and integration * Working closely with RTL designers and architects to translate design specifications into optimized physical implementations * Managing relationships with fabrication partners, including: Communicating design requirements Optimizing layout and floor planning Resolving technical challenges Ensuring quality control and adherence to specifications The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in physical design methodologies and demonstrate excellent communication skills to facilitate cross-functional collaboration between design teams and fabrication partners. Must have experience completing physical design on several chip projects 15+ years experience System Verilog Synopsis and Candence Tools Come create the technology that helps the world act together Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world. We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work What we offer Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality: One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed. Additional Information US/Canada Nokia Offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes but is not limited to: Corporate Retirement Savings Plan Health and dental benefits Short-term disability, and long-term disability Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Paid time off for holidays and Vacation Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Plan Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program The above benefits exclude students. Disclaimer for US/Canada Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity.( Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role) All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.