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Physical Design Engineer

Location: NSTP, Islamabad (On-site)
Department: Engineering
Type: Full-time

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Job description:

We are looking for a Junior Physical Design Engineer to join our silicon implementation team. You will assist in the RTL-to-GDSII flow, perform timing closure, and run physical verification checks to deliver optimized silicon designs.

What you'll do:

  • Assist in the RTL-to-GDSII flow, including floorplanning, placement, and routing.
  • Help execute Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS) and optimize for low-power requirements.
  • Run Static Timing Analysis (STA) and assist in closing timing across various modes.
  • Perform physical verification checks such as DRC, LVS, and Antenna.

What We're Looking For

  • 2–3 years of experience in physical implementation and sign-off.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard tools (e.g., Innovus, IC Compiler II, or Calibre).
  • Basic understanding of Advanced Process Nodes and physical design constraints.
  • Knowledge of IR drop analysis and power integrity basics.

What You'll Bring

  • A detail-oriented mindset with a focus on meeting PPA targets.
  • Ability to use Tcl or Python for basic task automation.
  • A collaborative spirit to bridge the gap between RTL design and silicon implementation.

What We Offer

  • Involvement in the final stages of silicon tape-outs.
  • Opportunities to work on the latest process technologies.
  • A professional environment at the heart of the NSTP tech hub.