What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Engineer - Timing Methodology position at Ambiq Micro, Inc?

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Description : Company Overview

Ambiq's mission is to develop the lowest-power semiconductor solutions to enable intelligent devices everywhere by developing the lowest-power semiconductor solutions to drive a more energy-efficient, sustainable, and data-driven world. Ambiq has helped leading manufacturers worldwide develop products that last weeks on a single charge (rather than days), while delivering a maximum feature set in compact industrial designs. Ambiq's goal is to take Artificial Intelligence (AI) where it has never gone before in mobile and portable devices, using Ambiq's advanced ultra-low power system on chip (SoC) solutions. Ambiq has shipped more than 230 million units as of October 2023. For more information, visit www.ambiq.com.

Our innovative and fast-moving teams of research, development, production, marketing, sales, and operations are spread across several continents, including the US (Austin and San Jose), Taiwan (Hsinchu), China (Shenzhen and Shanghai), Japan (Tokyo), and Singapore. We value continued technology innovation, fanatical attention to customer needs, collaborative decision-making, and enthusiasm for energy efficiency. We embrace candidates who also share these same values. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, creative, and comfortable learning and driving exciting new technologies. We encourage and nurture an environment for growth and opportunities to work on complex, engaging, and challenging projects that will create a lasting impact. Join us on our quest for 100 billion devices. The endpoint intelligence revolution starts here.

Ambiq Micro , a leader in ultra-low power SoCs (Systems on Chips), is seeking a talented Staff Physical Design Engineer to join our growing team. We are the engineers behind the world's most power-efficient microcontrollers, making it possible to create long-lasting battery-powered devices that drive the future of wearable tech, hearables, and IoT.

Did you know that Ambiq's Apollo chips can enable wireless earbuds to last for weeks on a single charge? That's the kind of innovation you'll be contributing to in this role!

As a Staff Engineer Timing Methodology, you will play a critical role in transforming our cutting-edge designs into silicon reality. You will be responsible for all aspects of timing closure from defining methodology, developing flows, closing timing at the block level and timing convergence at SOC level as well.

Responsibilities :

In-depth expertise on Timing Methodology and Timing closure both at block leve and SOC level in modern Finfet and multi-patterning based process technologies using Cadence Tempus or Synopsys Primetime.
Own all aspects of the timing convergence, including Signoff to build timing correlation, PVTRc corner definition, timing margining, extraction, signoff timing analysis, glitch noise analysis, timing ECOs and interplay and tradeoff with power.
Own, define and drive constraints in collaboration with RTL and IP Vendors.Have in-depth understanding of all timing collaterals for different type of Ips, namely, hard IP, Stdcell and Memory etc.
Partner with post-si bringup and testing to ensure pre-si timing correlates well to post-si.
Collaborate closely with RTL designers, DFT and other stakeholders to achieve best in class PPA.
Continuously improve timing analysis methodologies and scripts to enhance efficiency and flow consistency. Stay at the forefront of advancements in STA and new process nodes.

Requirements :

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (or a related field)

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Timing Analysis and convergence.

Proven expertise in static timing analysis using industry standard timing tools like primetime (Synopsys) or tempus (Cadence).

In-depth understanding of digital circuit design principles and concepts

Strong proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence)

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate complex technical concepts clearly

Experience with scripting languages (e.g., TCL, Python)

Experience with PnR tools like Fusion Compiler (Synopsys) and Innovus (Cadence) is a plus.

What you need

We're seeking passionate technologists who thrive on breaking boundaries, solving complex challenges, and driving transformative solutions.

At Ambiq, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team that values relentless innovation, customer-centric thinking, and continuous learning. If you're a self-motivated, creative problem-solver eager to push technological limits and make a meaningful impact in energy efficiency, this is your opportunity to grow, excel, and turn groundbreaking ideas into reality.

Most importantly, the successful candidate will be able to live the Ambiq Shared Values :

Innovate : We tenaciously find ways to break down the barriers to possible solutions

Collaborate : We proactively communicate and encourage each other to be better.

Focus : We keep the voice of the customer at the center of everything we do.

Learn : We strive for continuous improvement and are always curious.

Achieve : We execute on quality and follow through on our commitments.

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