Staff Engineer EM/IR
Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems
In short
Qualcomm is looking for an experienced Staff Engineer EM/IR to lead power integrity and reliability signoff for advanced SoC designs. This role involves driving IR drop and EM analysis, defining methodologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust silicon implementation.
Key responsibilities include leading analysis, debugging violations, optimizing power delivery networks, and supporting tapeout activities.
Responsibilities
- Lead full-chip and block-level IR drop and electromigration (EM) analysis for advanced-node SoC designs.
- Drive power integrity signoff closure by identifying, debugging, and resolving IR/EM violations.
- Collaborate with Physical Design, Power, Package, and Foundry teams to optimize power delivery networks.
- Define and improve EM/IR methodologies, automation flows, and signoff strategies.
- Perform static and dynamic IR analysis across multiple operating conditions and scenarios.
- Analyze power grid robustness, current density, and thermal impacts to ensure design reliability.
- Support tapeout activities and ensure high-quality signoff delivery within project timelines.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or VLSI-related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in IR/EM analysis, power integrity, or Physical Design signoff.
- Strong understanding of power integrity concepts including static/dynamic IR drop, EM analysis, and power grid optimization.
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as Cadence Voltus, Ansys RedHawk, or equivalent.
- Good understanding of Physical Design flow including floorplanning, placement, CTS, routing, and extraction.
- Strong scripting skills in Tcl, Python, Perl, or Shell for automation and flow development.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with advanced technology nodes such as 7nm, 5nm, 3nm, or below.
- Exposure to package-aware analysis, thermal analysis, and low-power methodologies.
- Experience in leading signoff closure for large-scale SoC or high-performance compute designs.
Benefits
- Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
- Commitment to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities.
- Commitment to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.
#SoC#EM#IR#Power Integrity#Reliability#Hardware Engineering#VLSI
Company
Qualcomm
Job Posted
1 month ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
On Site
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Bengaluru, India
Qualification
Bachelor, Master, Doctoral
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