Physical Design Engineer

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. They are seeking a talented Physical Design Engineer to implement high-performance blocks for their industry-leading CPU and AI/ML architectures, owning the complete implementation flow from synthesis to tapeout.

Responsibilities

• Implement high-performance blocks for industry-leading CPU and AI/ML architectures
• Own the complete implementation flow from synthesis to tapeout
• Collaborate with world-class engineers to push the boundaries of performance, power, and area

Skills

• BS/MS/PhD in EE/ECE/CE/CS with proven experience in synthesis, PnR, and timing closure on taped-out designs
• Expertise with industry-standard tools (FusionCompiler, PrimeTime, RedHawk) and scripting languages (Tcl, Perl, Python)
• Deep understanding of advanced node challenges and low-power design techniques (power gating, multi-Vt, voltage scaling)
• Experience driving physical design requirements from early architecture through final signoff
• A hands-on engineer with deep expertise in SOC/ASIC physical design and a track record of successful tapeouts
• Passionate about optimizing PPA through innovative implementation techniques and close RTL collaboration
• Strong problem solver who excels at debugging complex issues across design hierarchies
• Collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced, technically challenging environments

Benefits

• Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits

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