Senior Circuit Engineer - Custom Timing

NVIDIA • Santa Clara, CA

95d • $136,000 - $212,750

About The Position

We are now looking for a motivated Senior Circuit Engineer in Custom Timing to join our dynamic and growing team. If you are looking for a challenging and exciting role in improving the netlist and timing quality of our designs and if you are a self-starter and highly motivated individual who loves to collaborate and find solutions to hard technical problems. Join NVIDIA’s diverse team of innovators shaping the future of technology. From revolutionizing gaming and graphics with our GPU invention to pioneering AI through deep learning, we’re constantly evolving to tackle global challenges. At NVIDIA, your unique perspective can contribute to our mission of amplifying human potential. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a recent graduate, there’s a place for you in our inclusive environment. Together, let’s push the boundaries of innovation and make a lasting impact on the world. Join us in our exciting journey to transform computing and enhance human intelligence.

Requirements

• Expertise and in depth knowledge of industry standard STA tools such as NanoTime and PrimeTime.
• Experience in timing constraints generation & management, and timing analysis/closure with mixed-signal designs.
• Experiences with transistor-level circuit design and ability to perform SPICE simulations for correlation to static timing and noise results.
• Understanding of crosstalk, noise glitch, OCV, and timing margins.
• Familiarity with clocking specs such as jitter, IR drop, crosstalk, etc.
• Knowledge of .libs and the usage of .libs in NanoTime as well as in PrimeTime.
• Strong team player with outstanding interpersonal skills.
• MS (or equivalent experience) in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 3+ years experience in Custom Design and Timing.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity/experience with transistor-level analog and mixed-signal (AMS) block design such as op-amp, comparator, ADC etc.
• Hands-on experience in advanced CMOS technologies, design with FinFET technology 5nm/3nm/2nm and beyond.
• Strong scripting skills for flow automation; experience with TCL, Python is a plus.
• Understanding of NanoTime algorithms and associated circuit constraint checks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in cutting edge Processor design in deep submicron technologies.
• Work as part of a global circuits team to design innovative circuits (digital, semi-custom and mixed-signal analog) to improve the performance and reliability of Nvidia’s next generation products.
• Develop timing models and methodology for custom macro design at transistor level along with ones using standard cells and custom designs.
• Validating the timing of custom circuit design using NanoTime and various SPICE simulations to ensure proper timing of innovative circuit topologies.
• Provide a link between circuit designers, tool developers and chip level timing to validate transistor level timing accuracy and timing test correctness.

Benefits

• Base salary range is 136,000 USD - 212,750 USD.
• Eligible for equity and benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees