RTL-Physical Design Lead

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The Role
Join AMD as we push the boundaries of what's possible in graphics and compute technology. We are seeking a talented RTL Physical Design Engineer to contribute to the development and optimization of our cutting-edge CDNA and RDNA graphics IP. This role involves transforming sophisticated RTL designs into robust and efficient physical layouts, critical to the performance of our next-generation graphics and compute solutions.

THE PERSON:

You have a passion for modern, complex processor architecture, digital design, and verification in general. You are a team player who has excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with other engineers located in different sites/timezones. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are willing to learn and ready to take on problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Physical Design Implementation:

• Translate complex CDNA and RDNA graphics IP RTL designs into optimized physical layouts.

• Utilize industry-leading EDA tools for synthesis, place-and-route (PnR), and physical verification processes to take the design thru mock-taepout

• Performance Optimization:

• Focus on power, performance, and area (PPA) optimization to meet the stringent requirements of high-performance graphics and compute products.

• Collaborate with architecture and front-end design teams to align RTL design with physical constraints and objectives.

• Verification and Timing Closure:

• Conduct static timing analysis (STA) to ensure robust timing closure and sign-off for graphics IP.

• Implement and verify design rule checks (DRC), layout versus schematic checks (LVS), and power grid analysis tailored to CDNA and RDNA requirements.

• Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including architects, RTL designers, and verification engineers to ensure seamless integration and functionality of graphics IP cores.

• Provide feedback and suggest improvements to design methodologies and processes to push the technology envelope further.

• Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive design documentation, methodologies, and updates.

• Prepare detailed reports on design progress, performance metrics, and any technical challenges encountered.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Domain Expertise:

• Experience with working on complex design and optimizing for performance, power, and area.

• Technical Proficiency:

• Proven track record in RTL synthesis, place-and-route (PnR), and static timing analysis (STA) for complex IP cores.

• Proficiency with industry-leading EDA tools, such as Synopsys Design Compiler, Cadence Innovus, and timing analysis tools like PrimeTime.

• Experience with low-power design methodologies and techniques for high-performance graphics IP.

• Design and Verification:

• Successful completion of full-chip sign-off, including design rule checks (DRC) and layout versus schematic (LVS) checks.

• Strong skills in signal integrity analysis, including crosstalk and IR drop evaluations.

• Process Technology:

• Experience working with advanced semiconductor process nodes (e.g., 7nm, 5nm, or below).

• Knowledge of process-related challenges and optimization techniques for graphics applications.

• Scripting and Automation:

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or TCL to automate design flows and improve efficiency.

• Experience developing and maintaining scripts for design rule checks and optimization processes.

• Problem-Solving and Innovation:

• Demonstrated ability to solve complex design challenges using innovative approaches.

• A track record of contributing to the improvement of design techniques and methodologies in a graphics-focused engineering team.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in computer engineering/Electrical Engineering

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