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Staff Engineer, Physical Design

TenstorrentAustin, Texas, United States; Fort Collins, Colorado, United States; Santa Clara, California, United StatesAdvanced Physical Design
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
28 Aug 2024
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Tenstorrent is seeking a Staff Engineer, Physical Design to implement high-performance blocks for advanced CPU and AI/ML architectures in Austin, Texas, Santa Clara, California, or Fort Collins, Colorado. This hybrid role suits an experienced semiconductor professional with a strong background in ASIC physical design and a desire to build next-generation AI platforms.

Role Overview

In this hybrid position, the professional joins the Advanced Physical Design department to work on industry-leading processor architectures. The team operates out of multiple United States hubs, focusing on cutting-edge hardware innovations that reshape modern computing.

Key Responsibilities

Own the complete physical implementation flow for high-performance blocks, spanning from synthesis all the way to tapeout.
Optimize power, performance, and area through creative implementation strategies and close cooperation with RTL authors.
Drive physical design methodologies starting from the early architectural phase through final signoff.
Troubleshoot and debug intricate problems across various levels of the design hierarchy.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
Bring demonstrated experience executing synthesis, place and route, and timing closure for successfully taped-out silicon.
Possess thorough knowledge of advanced semiconductor process node challenges and power-saving strategies including voltage scaling, multi-Vt, and power gating.
Maintain familiarity with standard EDA tools like Innovus, PrimeTime, and RedHawk, alongside scripting capabilities.

Skills and Tools

Python
Tcl
Perl
Innovus
PrimeTime
RedHawk

Salary and Benefits

Total compensation packages at Tenstorrent span from $100,000 to $500,000, encompassing both base salary and variable targets. Final offers depend on factors such as individual background, qualifications, location, and relevant skills.

About the Company

Tenstorrent pushes the limits of artificial intelligence technology to improve performance, cost-efficiency, and user experience. The organization unites diverse technology experts who have designed a high-performance RISC-V CPU completely from scratch, fostering an environment rooted in collaboration, curiosity, and complex problem-solving.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Python

Questions candidates ask

What locations are available for this position?

This hybrid role is based out of Austin, Texas, Santa Clara, California, or Fort Collins, Colorado.

What is the salary range for engineers at Tenstorrent?

Total compensation ranges from $100,000 to $500,000, including base and variable components depending on experience and location.

What educational background is required?

Applicants need a BS, MS, or PhD in EE, ECE, CE, or CS.

What tools and scripting languages are utilized in this role?

The position requires familiarity with industry software like Innovus, PrimeTime, and RedHawk, alongside programming and scripting in Python, Tcl, and Perl.

Are there any export control restrictions for this job?

Yes, offers are contingent upon the applicant's eligibility to access U.S. export-controlled technology and compliance with U.S. Export Administration Regulations.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Tenstorrent careers page.

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