Senior VLSI CDC Engineer at NVIDIA

Tel Aviv-Yafo, TA, Israel

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Semiconductor, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • B.SC./M.SC. in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering
  • 7+ years of actual design experience in chip design
  • Strong RTL proficiency in SystemVerilog for reading/debugging designs and implementing CDC/RDC-safe structures
  • Experience with constraints and timing intent (SDC) and their interaction with CDC/RDC
  • Hands-on expertise with industry CDC/RDC tools (e.g., SpyGlass, Questa CDC, Real Intent) and lint/formal where relevant
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting language like Python, bash, Perl, TCL
  • Great teammate
  • Way to stand out
  • Passion for quality
  • Experience with delivery to physical design and other customers

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end execution, tracking, and convergence of chip-level CDC and RDC for complex SoCs across all IPs and partitions
  • Plan and orchestrate CDC/RDC signoff: define methodology, scopes, run plans, constraints, and acceptance criteria
  • Run and maintain CDC/RDC flows and rule decks, including multi-mode, multi-clock, and hierarchical signoff
  • Triage violations efficiently: root-cause to RTL, constraints, tool setup, or IP models; prioritize and drive fixes to closure with owners
  • Verify reset architecture and RDC robustness (reset domain intent, release sequencing, glitch detection, fanout)
  • Author and review CDC/RDC constraints, waivers, and justifications; ensure auditability and signoff quality
  • Automate runs, report parsing, dashboards, and KPIs for closure tracking using scripting and data tooling
  • Partner with RTL, DV, DFT, STA, PD, and Architecture to align fixes, manage ECOs, and protect CDC/RDC quality during late design changes
  • Define and enforce signoff gates; communicate progress and risks with clear metrics and issue tracking
  • Continually improve methodology and training to prevent recurring CDC/RDC issues and accelerate convergence

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

VLSICDCRDCRTLASICSoCSTADFTPhysical DesignScriptingECOsClock Domain CrossingReset Domain CrossingHierarchical Signoff

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for the Senior VLSI CDC Engineer role?

The role requires a B.SC./M.SC. in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering and 7+ years of actual design experience in chip design.

What key technical skills are needed for this position?

Candidates need strong RTL proficiency in SystemVerilog, experience with constraints and timing intent (SDC), hands-on expertise with CDC/RDC tools like SpyGlass or Questa CDC, and proficiency in scripting languages like Python, bash, Perl, or TCL.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

The position is hybrid, indicating a mix of remote and on-site work.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a candidate stand out for this Senior VLSI CDC Engineer role?

Passion for quality and experience with delivery to physical design and other customers will help you stand out. Being a great teammate with a passion for methodologies and automation is also valued.

NVIDIA

Designs GPUs and AI computing solutions

About NVIDIA

NVIDIA designs and manufactures graphics processing units (GPUs) and system on a chip units (SoCs) for various markets, including gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and automotive. Their products include GPUs tailored for gaming and professional use, as well as platforms for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) that cater to developers, data scientists, and IT administrators. NVIDIA generates revenue through the sale of hardware, software solutions, and cloud-based services, such as NVIDIA CloudXR and NGC, which enhance experiences in AI, machine learning, and computer vision. What sets NVIDIA apart from competitors is its strong focus on research and development, allowing it to maintain a leadership position in a competitive market. The company's goal is to drive innovation and provide advanced solutions that meet the needs of a diverse clientele, including gamers, researchers, and enterprises.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
$19.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine Learning, GamingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Company Equity
401(k) Company Match

Risks

Increased competition from AI startups like xAI could challenge NVIDIA's market position.
Serve Robotics' expansion may divert resources from NVIDIA's core GPU and AI businesses.
Integration of VinBrain may pose challenges and distract from NVIDIA's primary operations.

Differentiation

NVIDIA leads in AI and HPC solutions with cutting-edge GPU technology.
The company excels in diverse markets, including gaming, data centers, and autonomous vehicles.
NVIDIA's cloud services, like CloudXR, offer scalable solutions for AI and machine learning.

Upsides

Acquisition of VinBrain enhances NVIDIA's AI capabilities in the healthcare sector.
Investment in Nebius Group boosts NVIDIA's AI infrastructure and cloud platform offerings.
Serve Robotics' expansion, backed by NVIDIA, highlights growth in autonomous delivery services.

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