CPU Core Physical Design Engineer

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THE ROLE: 

The position will involve working with a very experienced Logic design team and is responsible for delivering the physical design of large tiles to meet challenging goals for frequency, power and other design requirements for AMD next generation microprocessors in a fast-paced environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This individual will be responsible for participating and driving large design blocks from early design stage to tapeout.
• Work responsibilities include synthesizing extremely high speed designs, following through with Place and Route and analyzing design results, and making changes to the RTL code as needed.
• Work involves daily interaction with other physical designers as well as with RTL/Logic designers

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Extensive VLSI/IC design experience in a professional environment
• Knowledge of Logic Design and Synthesis
• Auto P&R background and skills
• Experience with Timing Closure, Circuit Design, Electrical Closure, and Memory Compiler Work
• Proven understanding of RTL, microarchitecture, Physical Design CAD tools and scripting languages (Perl, Python)

PREFERRED ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering with some direct design experience preferred.

LOCATION:

• Santa Clara, CA

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At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package.  Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

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