Ic Design Engineer Jobs in California
Ic Design Engineer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in semiconductor design, consumer electronics, mobile SoC development, and defense electronics across a market that runs from fresh graduates through distinguished engineers. The heaviest hiring is in Silicon Valley, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where companies such as Qualcomm, Broadcom, and Intel maintain large design centers and regularly fill roles in analog, mixed-signal, and RF circuit design. Expertise in CMOS layout, high-speed SerDes, or power management ICs gives candidates a clear edge in California's highly competitive talent pool. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Broadcom is searching for a Physical IC Design Engineer to join the Asic Products Division. This position involves working with the latest technology to continue driving next generation Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning ecosystems through our PCIe Switch Products – and managing mega datacenters, while leading world class performance, through our Enterprise Storage Products. More specifically, this position will require in-depth knowledge and expertise in all Physical Design aspects of taking RTL to silicon tape-out.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Execution of Physical Design, Synthesis, Physical Verification, and Timing Closure
- Setup and Synthesizing RTL
- Timing closure through various methods and strategies
- EM/IR Analysis
- Place and Route
- Clock Tree Synthesis
- Floor-planning and Layout
- Flow and Methodology Development
- Collaborating with IC Design RTL Engineers
- Must work in person at our San Jose site: no remote work allowed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required attributes:
- TCL/PERL Scripting
- Proficiency in related EDA Tools
- Full physical design cycle experience: RTL to Tape-out
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree required in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering
8+ Years of relevant experience
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The annual base salary range for this position is $121,900 - $195,000.
This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.
INTRODUCTION
Broadcom is searching for a Physical IC Design Engineer to join the Asic Products Division. This position involves working with the latest technology to continue driving next generation Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning ecosystems through our PCIe Switch Products – and managing mega datacenters, while leading world class performance, through our Enterprise Storage Products. More specifically, this position will require in-depth knowledge and expertise in all Physical Design aspects of taking RTL to silicon tape-out.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Execution of Physical Design, Synthesis, Physical Verification, and Timing Closure
- Setup and Synthesizing RTL
- Timing closure through various methods and strategies
- EM/IR Analysis
- Place and Route
- Clock Tree Synthesis
- Floor-planning and Layout
- Flow and Methodology Development
- Collaborating with IC Design RTL Engineers
- Must work in person at our San Jose site: no remote work allowed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required attributes:
- TCL/PERL Scripting
- Proficiency in related EDA Tools
- Full physical design cycle experience: RTL to Tape-out
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree required in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Engineering
8+ Years of relevant experience
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The annual base salary range for this position is $121,900 - $195,000.
This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.
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Ic Design Engineer Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Apple25
- Broadcom14
- NEURALINK5
- Coherent3
- MaxLinear2
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware46
- Technology & Software20
- Artificial Intelligence4
- Science & Research4
- Manufacturing2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ic design engineer jobs across California.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
- Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso or Synopsys custom IC design tools
- Hands-on experience with analog, mixed-signal, or RF circuit design
- Solid understanding of CMOS process nodes and device physics
- Experience with simulation tools such as SPICE or Spectre for circuit verification
- Strong collaboration skills for working within cross-functional silicon development teams
Ic Design Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an ic design engineer in California?
The standard path into ic design engineering in California starts with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, though most competitive roles at California semiconductor companies prefer or require a Master's degree focused on analog, digital, or mixed-signal design. California does not require a state-issued license to work as an ic design engineer in private industry. Building a strong design portfolio, completing academic tape-outs, and pursuing internships at California fab-adjacent companies are the practical steps that move candidates from education into hired roles.
How much do ic design engineers make in California?
Ic design engineers in California earn a median of about $160,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $97,140 for the lowest 10% to over $225,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire ic design engineers in California?
Employers hiring ic design engineers in California right now include Apple, Broadcom, and NEURALINK, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense cluster of fabless semiconductor firms, defense contractors, and consumer electronics giants makes it one of the deepest hiring markets for this role nationwide.
Which California cities have the most ic design engineer jobs?
The California cities with the most ic design engineer openings are San Jose, Cupertino, and San Diego. Silicon Valley dominates due to its concentration of fabless semiconductor headquarters and hyperscaler chip teams, San Diego draws heavy hiring from Qualcomm's mobile and RF design divisions, and Los Angeles reflects aerospace and defense electronics demand from contractors based across the greater metro.
Are there remote ic design engineer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 7% of ic design engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which reflects the hands-on lab and EDA tool infrastructure most design work requires. The portions of the role most likely to be done remotely are RTL coding, simulation, and verification, while layout, bring-up, and characterization almost always require on-site access.
How can I get hired as an ic design engineer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a Master's program with a tape-out project, which California universities including UC Berkeley, UCLA, and UC San Diego structure specifically to produce job-ready candidates. Large California employers such as Qualcomm and Broadcom run structured new-graduate hiring programs that absorb candidates directly from these programs. Lateral entry from FPGA design, PCB design, or embedded firmware roles is also common, and candidates who add Cadence Virtuoso proficiency or a public design portfolio close the gap faster than those without demonstrable tool experience.
Where can I find and apply to ic design engineer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to ic design engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across semiconductor, defense electronics, consumer hardware, and related sectors. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly from each listing.
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