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Silicon CAD (Power) Engineer IV

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, Texas, Austin
2435 East Riverside Drive (Show on map)
Apr 02, 2026
Job Title: Silicon CAD (Power) Engineer IV Location: Role is ONSITE- US: Austin, TX or Sunnyvale, CA Duration: 12 Months About the Role: Top 3 Must-Have Skills: Power analysis and reduction (with industry tools) RTL-to-GDSII flow and low-power implementation Python scripting and ML/AI for automation and modeling Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience with synthesis and Place and Route (PnR) flows. Experience analyzing Intellectual Property (IP) design for power characteristics and building run-time estimation models for use by software/firmware teams. Skills in data analysis and data modeling, including the application of machine learning approaches. Previous Meta experience preferred Degrees/Certifications: Must Have: Bachelor degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science Master's Degree preferred but not required Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Running power simulation, analyzing & creating ideal design optimization Job Description Responsibilities: Perform comprehensive power analysis at various design stages, spanning from RTL to GDSII. Contribute to the development, improvement, and automation of various power analysis flows. This includes gathering and analyzing large datasets for power modeling via automated processes. Investigate and address power inefficiencies, providing actionable feedback to the RTL design team. Minimum Qualifications: Demonstrated experience with RTL-to-GDSII design flow usage and development in advanced technology nodes (7nm and below). Expertise in low-power implementation and signoff, including power gating, multiple voltage rails, and Unified Power Format (UPF) usage. Proven experience in power analysis and reduction utilizing industry-standard tools such as PrimeTime PX/PrimePower. Proficiency in scripting languages, with a strong emphasis on Python and ML/AI frameworks. Working knowledge of RTL design principles. Experience in RTL power optimization using specialized tools like Power-Artist. Ability to learn quickly, explore new ideas, and iterate rapidly to achieve optimal results. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with synthesis and Place and Route (PnR) flows. Experience analyzing Intellectual Property (IP) design for power characteristics and building run-time estimation models for use by software/firmware teams. Skills in data analysis and data modeling, including the application of machine learning approaches. About the Team: Working daily with 2-3 other teammates, other CW's What makes this role interesting? Unique opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation, tackling complex challenges with cutting-edge technology and data. Value Added/Experience Gained: You will collaborate with world-class experts in a dynamic environment that fosters creativity, impact, and continuous learning, driving breakthroughs that shape the future of client's products and services. Interview Process: 2 O 30-minute rounds of interviews Confirming basic concepts, technical Python coding questions (5-10 min)