Strategic / Leadership Role - PD Methodology (CPU)

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive PD Methodology Innovations:
• Lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge physical design methodologies to enhance design efficiency, performance, and manufacturability.
• Strategic Planning:
• Develop and execute strategies that align with industry trends and company goals.
• Provide strategic direction for PD-related projects and initiatives.
• Create and Refine Methodologies:
• Develop methodologies for physical design, including floorplanning, placement, routing, and timing closure.
• Ensure these methodologies are integrated into the design and development processes.
• End-to-End Design Optimization:
• Oversee the entire physical design process from initial concept to tape-out.
• Ensure design efficiency and performance are maintained throughout the product lifecycle.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Work closely with RTL design teams, verification teams, and other engineering groups to integrate physical design methodologies across all levels of the system.
• Vendor Engagement:
• Collaborate with EDA tool vendors (Synopsys, Cadence) to ensure tools meet design requirements.
• Drive joint development efforts and influence tool enhancements.
• Tool and Flow Automation:
• Lead efforts in the development and optimization of EDA tools for physical design.
• Work with tool vendors to ensure the tools meet design requirements.
• Signoff Enablement:
• Ensure that all physical design methodologies and processes meet signoff criteria for manufacturability and performance.
• Technology and Library Enablement:
• Work with technology and library teams to enable new technologies and libraries in the physical design flow.
• PPA Optimization Guidance:
• Provide guidance on optimizing power, performance, and area (PPA) during the physical design process.
• Debug and Support:
• Lead efforts in debugging design issues and provide support to design teams to resolve complex physical design challenges.
• Industry Engagement:
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in physical design within the semiconductor industry.
• Represent the company in industry forums, conferences, and collaborations to influence and adopt best practices.
• Cross-Functional Leadership:
• Collaborate with design, verification, software, and product management teams to ensure physical design goals are met.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Innovation and Research:
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging research and experimentation in physical design techniques.
• Identify opportunities for patents and publications.
• Metrics:
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to physical design efficiency and performance.
• Report on progress and impact to senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in physical design, EDA tools, or related areas.
• Proven track record of driving PD methodology innovations and strategies in a leading semiconductor company.
• Technical Expertise:
• Deep understanding of physical design, EDA tools, and design optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
• Publications and Patents:
• Demonstrated history of publications in reputable journals and conferences.
• Experience with filing and securing patents related to physical design and EDA tools.
• Leadership Skills:
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive complex projects to successful completion.
• Communication:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Industry Knowledge:
• In-depth knowledge of industry trends, standards, and best practices in physical design for semiconductors.