STA Engineer
Summary
Performs Static Timing Analysis (STA) and drives timing closure for semiconductor chips using tools like Synopsys PrimeTime and PrimeTime SI.
This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Min Experience: 4+ years
Location: Bengaluru
JobType: full-time
Requirements
Roles & Responsibilities
• Perform block-level and full-chip Static Timing Analysis (STA).
• Drive timing closure across all timing modes and corners.
• Analyze and resolve setup and hold violations.
• Work closely with Physical Design teams for timing optimization.
• Generate and review timing constraints (SDC).
• Perform timing signoff checks, including noise and variation analysis.
• Debug timing issues and provide timing ECO solutions.
• Collaborate with RTL, Synthesis, DFT, and Physical Design teams.
• Ensure timing closure at advanced technology nodes.
Required Skills
• Strong hands-on experience in STA and timing signoff.
• Expertise in setup/hold analysis, timing closure, and ECO implementation.
• Experience with MMMC concepts and timing constraints development.
• Good understanding of synthesis, floorplanning, placement, CTS, routing, and signoff flows.
• Knowledge of SI, Crosstalk, OCV/AOCV/POCV concepts.
• Experience with industry-standard tools such as:
o Synopsys PrimeTime
o PrimeTime SI
o ICC2 (Good to have)
o Tempus (Good to have)
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working on advanced technology nodes (7nm/5nm/3nm preferred).
• Exposure to full-chip timing closure and tape-out activities.
• Experience handling customer interactions and technical reviews.
Good-to-have skills
Cadence