Ph3Senior Silicon Physical Design Engineer – Axelera AI /h3 pJoin to apply for the Senior Silicon Physical Design Engineer role at Axelera AI. /p pbAbout Us /b Axelera AI is not your regular deep‑tech startup. We are creating the next‑generation AI platform to support anyone who wants to help advancing humanity and improve the world around us. /p pIn just four years, we have raised a total of $120 million and have built a world‑class team of 220+ employees (including 49+ PhDs with more than 40,000 citations), both remotely from 17 different countries and with offices in Belgium, France, Switzerland, Italy, the UK, headquartered at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, Netherlands. /p pWe have also launched our Metis® AI Platform, which achieves a 3–5x increase in efficiency and performance, and have visibility into a strong business pipeline exceeding $100 million. /p pOur unwavering commitment to innovation has firmly established us as a global industry pioneer. /p pAre you up for the challenge? /p h3Position Overview /h3 pAs a bSenior Silicon Physical Design Engineer /b at Axelera AI, you will play a crucial role in developing cutting‑edge multi‑core in‑memory compute SoCs. Leveraging your expertise in ASIC Physical Design from RTL to GDS, you will be responsible for all aspects, including synthesis, floorplanning, place and route, extraction, timing analysis, physical verification, EMIR sign‑off, and formal verification. You will collaborate closely with architecture and RTL teams to ensure successful project execution. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liPerform synthesis, floorplanning, place and route, extraction, timing analysis, and physical verification. /li liConstraint generation, timing analysis and optimization. /li liExecute clock tree synthesis (CTS) and custom clock‑building techniques. /li liIntegrate IPs including memories, I/Os, embedded processors, DDR, networking fabrics, and analog IPs. /li liUtilize EDA tools such as Primetime, StarRC, Genus, Innovus, Design Compiler, ICC/ICC2, FC, and Calibre. /li liDevelop automation scripts in Python, Tcl, Bash and contribute to flow development. /li liDebug and solve technical challenges related to physical design. /li liCollaborate with architecture, RTL, and verification teams. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul li10+ years of experience in Physical Design (RTL to GDS). /li liStrong communication and teamwork skills. /li liExpertise in all aspects of physical design. /li liHands‑on experience with leading EDA tools (Primetime, StarRC, Genus, Innovus, Design Compiler, ICC/ICC2, FC, Redhawk, and Calibre). /li liProficiency in clocking techniques and CTS. /li liExperience in IP integration across various domains. /li liStrong scripting skills (Python and Tcl). /li liProven problem‑solving and debugging capabilities. /li liFluent in English (spoken and written). /li /ul h3Highly Preferred /h3 ul liExperience in floorplanning and top level integration. /li liKnowledge of chip‑package‑board co‑simulation and packaging. /li liExperience working with EDA vendors to resolve tool issues. /li liUnderstanding of semiconductor device physics and multi‑domain design. /li /ul h3Location /h3 pWe offer a flexible working arrangement, with options to: /p ul liWork from one of our Axelera AI offices (Leuven in Belgium, Amsterdam and Eindhoven in the Netherlands, Florence and Milan in Italy or Bristol in the United Kingdom) if you're already based in the vicinity. /li liWork fully remotely from any European country (incl. the UK) you are already in. /li liRelocate with us and work from Italy (Florence or Milan) or the Netherlands (Amsterdam or Eindhoven). /li /ul pKindly note that priority will be given to candidates who are binterested /b in being based in Belgium or Italy. /p h3What Weoffer /h3 pThis is your chance to shape and be part of a dynamic, fast‑growing, international organization. We offer an attractive compensation package, including a pension plan, extensive employee insurances and the option to get company shares. /p pAn open culture that supports creativity and continual innovation is awaiting you. Collaborative ownership and freedom with responsibility is characteristic for the way we act and work as a team. /p pAt Axelera AI, we wholeheartedly embrace equal opportunity and hold diversity in the highest regard. Our steadfast commitment is to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment that empowers and celebrates every member of our team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in shaping the future of AI. /p pReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Axelera AI by 2x. /p h3Seniority level /h3 pMid‑Senior level /p h3Employment type /h3 pFull‑time /p h3Job function /h3 ul liEngineering and Information Technology /li /ul h3Industries /h3 ul liSemiconductor Manufacturing /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr