Senior Level SoC Physical Design Engineer Jobs
Senior level soc physical design engineer jobs place experienced engineers in charge of full-chip physical implementation, floor planning decisions, and the cross-functional teams that deliver tapeout. Most openings are on-site or hybrid, concentrated in Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Apple and Micron Technology hiring at this level now.
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SUMMARY
We are seeking a seasoned Physical Design technical leader with deep expertise in high-performance & low-power design. In this highly visible role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to come up with efficient chip and IP physical architecture taking into account physical design constraints early in the design cycle.
DESCRIPTION
- You will be responsible for all aspects of physical design implementation from RTL2GDS including PnR, bump/RDL, STA, physical verification, EMIR, sign-off
- You will also collaborate to drive methodologies and "best-known methods" to streamline PD work and develop guidelines and checklists
- You will be the primary technical contact for your focus area and are motivated to solve more challenging timing closure issues, area & power optimization etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledgeable in partition level P&R implementation including floorplanning, clock & power distribution, timing closure, and physical & electrical verification
- Knowledge of PD construction & analysis flows and methodology
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Recent successful tapeouts in deep submicron technology
- Experience with large SOC designs (>20M gates) with frequencies in excess of 1GHZ
- Shown ability to execute to stringent schedule & die size requirements
- Experienced in industry standard tools and understanding their capabilities and underlying algorithms
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
SUMMARY
We are seeking a seasoned Physical Design technical leader with deep expertise in high-performance & low-power design. In this highly visible role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to come up with efficient chip and IP physical architecture taking into account physical design constraints early in the design cycle.
DESCRIPTION
- You will be responsible for all aspects of physical design implementation from RTL2GDS including PnR, bump/RDL, STA, physical verification, EMIR, sign-off
- You will also collaborate to drive methodologies and "best-known methods" to streamline PD work and develop guidelines and checklists
- You will be the primary technical contact for your focus area and are motivated to solve more challenging timing closure issues, area & power optimization etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledgeable in partition level P&R implementation including floorplanning, clock & power distribution, timing closure, and physical & electrical verification
- Knowledge of PD construction & analysis flows and methodology
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Recent successful tapeouts in deep submicron technology
- Experience with large SOC designs (>20M gates) with frequencies in excess of 1GHZ
- Shown ability to execute to stringent schedule & die size requirements
- Experienced in industry standard tools and understanding their capabilities and underlying algorithms
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Senior Level SoC Physical Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level soc physical design engineer job?
Employers at this level expect demonstrated ownership of physical design flows from floorplan through signoff on complex, multi-billion-gate designs. What gives candidates an edge is a portfolio of successful tapeouts at advanced nodes, fluency in timing closure and power integrity at scale, and the ability to mentor junior engineers and drive design methodology decisions without close supervision.
Which companies hire senior level soc physical design engineers?
Companies hiring senior level soc physical design engineers right now include Apple and Micron Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level is led by semiconductor manufacturers, fabless chip design companies, and large technology firms building custom silicon for data center, mobile, and automotive applications.
Are there remote senior level soc physical design engineer jobs?
Yes, though physical design roles skew more on-site than many engineering disciplines due to EDA tool licensing, lab access, and collaboration with layout and verification teams. About 0% of senior level soc physical design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates with strong remote-work experience in tape-out environments will find options available.
What makes a soc physical design engineer role senior level?
Senior roles are defined by scope and accountability rather than task execution. A senior soc physical design engineer owns the physical implementation strategy for a full chip or major subsystem, makes binding decisions on floorplan, power delivery, and clock architecture, and is accountable for meeting PPA targets at tapeout. They also set methodology standards and are expected to mentor and technically guide less experienced engineers on the team.
Which industries hire the most senior level soc physical design engineers?
Senior Level soc physical design engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they are actively developing custom silicon at advanced nodes, where physical design complexity and the cost of re-spins make experienced ownership of the physical flow essential.