Synthesis-DFT Stitch CAD Engineer

Job overview

The Synthesis-DFT Stitch CAD Engineer is an onsite role in San Diego, CA, with a salary range of $164,000 to $246,000 per year. This role is part of the Global CAD team, focusing on gate-level synthesis and Design-for-Test (DFT) stitch solutions for Snapdragon chips. The engineer will define and develop implementation tools and methodologies to improve Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) metrics. The role involves close collaboration with design and implementation teams to pioneer new CAD flows and leverage AI/ML techniques for complex chip designs.

What you'll do

• Develop DFT stitch flows and methods using Synopsys and Cadence tools.
• Improve SoC synthesis and DFT methodologies for diverse chip products.
• Enable new features from EDA tools.
• Develop methodology to handle multi-voltage crossings on DFT paths.
• Support design teams with CAD solutions and ticket queues.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

contract

day shift

san diego ca

cad

synthesis

dft

vlsi

asic

snapdragon

qualcomm

$164k-$246k

onsite

no on-call

no travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program, annual RSU grants, and comprehensive US benefits package.

Why this role

Focus on pioneering AI/ML-driven CAD flows for advanced process nodes.

About the employer

Qualcomm is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.