✨ About The Role
- The role involves working closely with digital and mixed signal designers to develop the next generation of mining ASIC, focusing on block level physical implementation, timing, integration, and physical verification
- Responsibilities include improving capacity and scalability of full chip design flows, developing scripts to enhance physical design infrastructure, and collaborating with teammates globally
- The position requires expertise in block delivery aspects such as clock, power analysis, and physical verification, along with a strong understanding of timing constraints and reports
- The successful candidate will play a key role in addressing challenges in bitcoin mining, such as hardware supply concentration and clean energy source compatibility
- The organization operates as a flat meritocracy, offering a competitive salary based on skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions
âš¡ Requirements
- Experienced ASIC Physical Design Engineer with a minimum of 5-8 years in the industry, preferably with a background in bitcoin mining or related fields
- Proficient in using Synopsys ICC2/Fusion Compiler and PrimeTime, with a strong understanding of the full design cycle from RTL to GDSII
- Skilled in block level P&R, integration, timing closure, and physical verification, with prior experience in custom physical design and relative placement
- Strong scripting abilities in Python/Perl/shell/tcl and familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment, collaborating with teammates across different functions and time zones