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ASIC Physical Design Engineer

Cisco · San Jose, California, US · On-site

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About the role

As a Physical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the full RTL-to-GDSII implementation flow for advanced semiconductor nodes. You will optimize floor planning and timing, analyze and improve backend design flows, and collaborate across teams to ensure the successful delivery of high-performance networking chips. You will: Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Experience with RTL2GDSII flow and design tapeouts in 7nnm/5nm/3nm or below process technologies
  • Experience working with EDA tools like Innovus, Tempus/Primetime, Redhawk/Voltus or Calibre
More about this role

The application window is expected to close on: 11/30/2026

The Silicon One team creates innovative hardware platforms central to the AI era, powering Cisco’s core Switching, Routing, and Wireless products for organizations globally. Our innovations in silicon, optics, and hardware platforms are shaping the technology industry. We're a global team of creative experts, bringing our unique backgrounds and bold ideas to push boundaries and help each other grow. Because full product development—from design to qualification to production—is within our team, we’re able to think differently, experiment more, and work quickly. Join us to power the future of the digital world.

As a Physical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the full RTL-to-GDSII implementation flow for advanced semiconductor nodes. You will optimize floor planning and timing, analyze and improve backend design flows, and collaborate across teams to ensure the successful delivery of high-performance networking chips. You will:

  • Drive RTL-to-GDSII implementation, including hierarchical floorplanning, place and route, static timing analysis, power integrity, and equivalence checks with a focus on performance and...

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