Broadcom
Design Engineer - STA
Broadcom, Fort Collins, CO
Please Note:1. If you are a first time user, please create your candidate login account before you apply for a job. (Click Sign In > Create Account)2. If you already have a Candidate Account, please Sign-In before you apply.Job Description:STA Design Engineer:Technical Skills/ background:Strong understanding of VLSI and ASIC physical design - Should have basic understanding of PLLs and clock networks - Should be familiar with design elements like flip flops, latches, memories, and basic CMOS logic gatesStrong understanding and hands-on experience in DFT flows and methodologiesExperience using a static timing analysis tool. Preferably Synopsys PrimeTime and/or Cadence Tempus. - Ability to create and debug timing constraints - Ability to understand and debug warning and error messages from the timing tool - Ability to generate and understand timing reportsUnderstanding of basic STA concepts - Solid understanding of RC networks and how they affect the timing/propagation of signals - Understanding of Signal Integrity, Crosstalk Delay, and Glitch/Noise Analysis - Understanding of setup analysis, hold analysis, and other timing checks - Ability to understand and create timing diagramsPreferred understanding of more advanced STA concepts - POCV/SOCV/LVF modeling of variation - MIS - multi input switching - CCS/ECSM/NLDM - liberty timing models - PBA - path based analysis - LOCV/SOCV - location aware timing deratesExperience using SPICE analysisCoding experience - TCL is required. Experience with at least one or two other coding languages is preferred Communication and organizational skills - Must have the ability to work and clearly communicate with multiple engineers and teams across geographies - Must have the ability to work with and organize large amounts of data - Must be able to organize and present data in a clear manner - Must be able to manage a large variety of tasksStrong ability to debug problems and create solutions - STA requires a person with strong engineering capabilities and good engineering judgement. Job Complexity:Works on significant and unique development and support issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles along with an in-depth understanding of the underlying design/ constraints and implementation techniques used. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Creates formal networks involving coordination among groups and works well with individuals and teams spread across geographical time-zones. Supervision: Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments. May supervise the activities of others. Works in close collaboration with his/her supervisor and can effectively context-switch and multi-task based on business need.Education and Experience required:BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 12+ years related experience or an MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 10+ years related experience.Programming Languages: Python/Ruby, TCL, BASHGeneral: Professional, open, and highly self-motivated attitudeAdditional Job Description:Compensation and BenefitsThe annual base salary range for this position is $127,000 - $203,000.This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: 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. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.SummaryLocation: USA-Colorado-Fort Collins-4380 Ziegler RoadType: Full time