Physical Design Engineer

About the role

Broadcom’s ASIC Products Division has developed some of the most complex IC solutions and technologies over the last two decades. Our products power the internet in areas such as machine learning, cloud computing, wireless infrastructure, and networking. We develop some of the most advanced technologies in the industry encompassing 3D and 2.5D interconnects.

We are seeking a design engineer with physical layout skills to develop our next generation products with a focus on parallel interfaces. The role requires a blend of successful layout engineering, electrical background, a strong interest in 2.5D and 3D IC development, and new technology pathfinding. The candidate will work on a mix of customer products and development of new interconnect technologies and IP for MCM, 2.5D, and 3D ICs, collaborating with R&D, IP development, customers, and manufacturing partners. This is an exciting opportunity to develop new ideas, design the next generation of leading-edge ASIC products, and work on the most advanced technologies in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Design implementation and physical layout of power grids, 2.5D and 3D die-die interconnects.
• DRC, LVS, and electrical checking.
• Automate common processes and design steps.
• Development of high-speed signal interconnects working alongside SI and PI engineers.
• Electrical analysis and optimization of ubump and RDL patterns.
• Evaluation and development of new 2.5D and 3D interconnect technologies.
• Technology and testchip roadmapping with a focus on advanced packaging.

Requirements

• Independent, self-starter who can work across a worldwide organization and customer base.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent customers under short timelines.
• Comfort with providing guidance and direction with incomplete information.
• Experience with various IC, Package and PCB layout databases and tools.
• Strong TCL, Python scripting experience to automate routine tasks.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and 12+ years related work experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and 10+ years related work experience.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 143,800 to USD 230,000.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Competitive new hire equity grant and annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company’s growth (subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements).
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(K) participation including company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time.
• Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence in accordance with applicable laws.