CTS Methodology Lead

Job Description

Tenstorrent is seeking a CTS Methodology Lead to own and drive CTS methodology development and implementation for high-performance designs. This role involves defining and refining clock architecture strategies for various high-performance designs. The ideal candidate will collaborate with RTL, DFT, and physical implementation teams to resolve clocking challenges.Role involves:

• Owning and driving CTS methodology development and implementation.
• Defining and refining clock architecture strategies.
• Utilizing physical design tools (PNR) to design, implement, and optimize complex clock trees.
• Optimizing clock non-default rules (NDRs) to achieve minimal insertion delays and skew.
• Collaborating with RTL, DFT, and physical implementation teams.
• Evaluating and benchmarking new CTS flows and tools.
• Documenting methodologies and best practices.
• Performing all aspects of design flow.

Requirements:

• BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Proven experience owning and delivering CTS for complex, high-performance ASIC or SoC designs.
• Proficient in using place-and-route (PNR) tools for clock implementation and optimization.
• Strong understanding of clocking methodologies.
• In-depth expertise in optimizing clock non-default rules (NDRs).
• Familiarity with DFT clocking concepts.
• Hands-on experience with synthesis and place and route using industry standard tools.
• Strong programming/scripting skills in Tcl, Perl, Shell, and Python.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Tenstorrent offers:

• A highly competitive compensation package and benefits.
• An equal opportunity employment.