Technical Lead Physical Design

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

• Job Responsibility

• Chip level floorplanning, partitioning, timing budget generation, powerplanning, top PnR, CTS, block integration and ECO generation.
• Block level implementation from netlist to GDS
• Handling timing closure of high frequency blocks
• Handling blocks of high instance counts – 1M instance and above
• Expertise in signoff closure – Timing with SI and OCV, Power,IR and Physical Verification at both block and chip level
• Understanding constraints and fixing techniques
• Understanding SI prevention , fixing methodology and implementation
• Proficient in layout edit techniques
• Proficient in Synopsys ICC or Mentor Olympus and Atoptech tool set.
• Experience in Design Automation and UNIX system.
• Experience in Tcl/Tk, PERL is a plus.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience level 5 to 7 years.
• Must possess 5+ years of hands on experience in handling block/chip level implementation from Netlist to GDS
• Must possess hands on experience in timing closure and physical verification closure
• Must have handled blocks of sizes 1M instances and above at frequencies higher than 1GHz
• Experience in handling lower tech nodes that include 40nm,28nm,etc
• Must have hands on tapeout experience in lower tech nodes in any of the tools mentioned such ICC or SOC Encounter.
• Must have the ability to think on the spot for quick solutions and work-around at the time of tapeout to hit the schedule on time
• Must possess excellent scripting skills – TCL or Perl
• Experience in Synthesis and Formal is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Must possess excellent debug skills, analytical skills and the ability to work independently.

Must be highly motivated and  possess excellent team spirit

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.