Job Details:

Job Description: 

About Us:

The NEX Cloud Networking Group (NCNG) powers Intel's transformation from a PC-centric company to a global leader that powers the cloud and billions of smart, connected computing devices. We deliver world-class Ethernet products that drive the world's data and form the backbone of cloud services and telecommunications data centres.

We're a cohesive team of problem solvers, experimenters, and innovators, designing the network technologies that currently lead and continue to shape the future of data centre ecosystems. As we push the boundaries of Ethernet networking marketing technology, we seek to bolster our team with skilled professionals committed to teamwork, clear communication, and innovation.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Physical Design Engineer to join our team in the development of Intel IPU products.

In this role, you will be responsible for synthesising RTL designs into technology-dependent netlists and bring them through the entire physical design flow.

You will implement Automatic Place and Route (APR) processes, logically organizing components to ensure a design that can be manufactured into a working silicon chip. This involves executing critical stages such as Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS), routing, and Static Timing Analysis (STA) with the aid of industry standard Synopsys EDA tools.

Additionally, your responsibilities will include conducting Design Rule Checking (DRC) and Layout Vs. Schematic (LVS) procedures to validate the physical design against foundry rules and guarantee the integrity of the circuit design. Completing formal verification and performing reliability (IR/EM) analyses are also part of your role, ensuring our designs meet the highest standards in terms of performance, power and area.

Your role will demand not just technical prowess but also efficient communication, and a deep commitment to teamwork. We value professionals who can nurture learning, build trust within the team, articulate problems, seek out solutions, and share their insights for collective growth. Collaboration will be a key part of your role, working closely with the RTL design team to efficiently and effectively resolve issues.

At Intel, we understand the importance of work-life balance. To that end, we offer a hybrid working model that blends on-site collaboration with remote work flexibility. Our employees have the freedom to work from home on certain days, while enjoying the benefits of face-to-face collaboration in the office as required. This approach allows us to meet business objectives without compromising on our team's well-being and personal productivity. We believe in empowering our employees with the flexibility they need to do their best work, wherever they are.

Qualifications:

Skills and Qualifications:

A Bachelors/Masters degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in the Physical Design domain.

Strong understanding of the RTL2GDSII flow for leading or mainstream process technologies.

Solid grasp of the concepts related to synthesis, P&R, CTS, timing convergence, IR/EM checks, and signoff DRC/LVS closure.

Expertise in optimizing cost functions including performance, power and area.

Excellent communication skills that foster team cohesion and efficient problem solving.

Strong knowledge of EDA tools, including but not limited to Synopsys ICC2, Fusion Compiler, PrimeTime, Conformal, and Redhawk.

Experience in the following areas would be an advantage:

Full-chip experience (floorplan, layout, timing, DRC/LVS, RV)

Proficiency in automation skills using PERL, TCL, and EDA tool specific scripting.

Experience with leading Foundry Technology.

Familiarity with Cadence APR tools in addition to Synopsys APR tools is an advantage.

          

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Ireland)

Primary Location: 

Ireland, Shannon

Additional Locations:

Business group:

The Network & Edge Group brings together our network connectivity and edge into a business unit chartered to drive technology end to end product leadership. It's leadership Ethernet, Switch, IPU, Photonics, Network and Edge portfolio is comprised of leadership products critically important to our customers.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.