Physical Implementation Engineer (F/M)

Dolphin Semiconductor develops analog and mixed-signal IP cores for major clients, leveraging cutting-edge technologies. These designs are validated through the manufacture of test chips requiring comprehensive physical implementation. Traditionally, this process was partially outsourced; we are now establishing this capability internally and strengthening our PnR team.

We're looking for a Physical Implementation Engineer (F/M) to work alongside our current PnR expert, job based in Meylan (France).

As a Physical Implementation Engineer (F/M), your main responsibilities will include:

• Developing, validating, and maintaining PnR scripts (TCL) used for the physical implementation of our IPs—particularly on the Meerkat product line—including non-regression testing setup.
• Taking charge of the full physical implementation of digital-on-top test chips for IP verification (place & route, clock tree synthesis, timing closure, sign-off STA) on advanced technology nodes (currently 22/12 nm, down to 6 nm long-term), working closely with internal and subsidiary analog/mixed-signal IP teams.
• Working closely with our PnR/flow expert across the entire scope before independently taking ownership of specific projects.
• Handling Level 3 technical support requests regarding complex issues rarely covered in vendor documentation.
• Contributing to integration documentation and reporting to the project manager and technical lead.
• Depending on your preference: on-site support missions at customer sites in Asia and the United States.

You're about to become a dolphin...

• 4 to 5 years of experience in physical implementation (PnR), with strong autonomy in Tcl scripting.
• Hands-on experience with at least one major EDA environment: Cadence (Innovus, Tempus) or Synopsys (Fusion Compiler, PrimeTime). Training on the other environment will be provided if needed.
• Professional English proficiency (written and spoken) to interact with international stakeholders.
• Strong mastery of the physical implementation flow (PnR).
• Static Timing Analysis (STA) and sign-off; middle-end expertise is a plus.
• Tcl scripting: fully autonomous.
• Python, Shell, and C-shell.
• Linux environment.

Soft Skills:

• Rigor and precision.
• Collaborative spirit and teamwork.
• Strong customer relationship skills, with the ability to articulate and share technical analyses.
• Aptitude for knowledge sharing and mentoring.

Benefits of becoming a Dolphin:

• Join a small-to-medium-sized company backed by the JOLT investment fund.
• Compensation package: fixed salary (based on experience), profit-sharing, meal vouchers, health insurance and provident plan.
• Located in a "green zone for intellectual capital," our company is committed to sustainable mobility, with a strong emphasis on cycling. Through our Sustainable Mobility Fund, we offer: €0.12/km for carpooling, €0.25/km for cycling, reimbursement of 60% for transport subscriptions and bike rentals, and a €300 subsidy for purchasing a bike after one year of service. We also provide well-equipped facilities: secure bike parking, showers, as well as workshops and cycling activities throughout the year.
• Executive status, annual hours package, 10 RTT (redundant days off), CET (compte épargne-temps).
• Work-from-home agreement for 20 days per year or the possibility of regular or full remote work depending on personal constraints.
• And of course, the Welcome pack when you join!!

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