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Position:
Silicon CAD Engineer IV
Type:
Contract
Compensation:
$50–$70/hour
Location:
Remote
Role Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive power analysis at various design stages, spanning from RTL to GDSII.
Contribute to the development, improvement, and automation of power analysis flows using Python and ML/AI frameworks.
Investigate and address power inefficiencies, providing actionable feedback to the RTL design team.
Gather and analyze large datasets for power modeling via automated processes.
Work independently and asynchronously to enhance power analysis methodologies.
Qualifications
Must-Have
Demonstrated experience with RTL-to-GDSII design flow usage and development in advanced technology nodes (7nm and below).
Expertise in low-power implementation and signoff, including power gating, multiple voltage rails, and Unified Power Format (UPF) usage.
Proven experience in power analysis and reduction utilizing industry-standard tools such as PrimeTime PX/PrimePower.
Proficiency in scripting languages, with a strong emphasis on Python and ML/AI frameworks.
Working knowledge of RTL design principles.
Experience in RTL power optimization using specialized tools like Power-Artist.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science required.
Preferred
Experience with synthesis and Place and Route (PnR) flows.
Experience analyzing Intellectual Property (IP) design for power characteristics and building run-time estimation models.
Skills in data analysis and data modeling, including the application of machine learning approaches.
Master’s degree preferred but not required.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
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