Director - STA

Job description

Business Line Description: AI and Chip Engineering SoC Implementation team is seeking a passionate technologist who thrives in solving complex problems for the role of Static Timing Design Manager. As STA Manager, you will be managing a team of motivated engineers working on the AI, Edge and Automotive Processors in NXP. You will be working on fast paced, and leading-edge advanced node technologies building exciting and complex SoCs. You will be a major influence in the development, and support of the SoC implementation organization’s charter to build world-class MPUs. Job Summary: Timing Analysis activities for MPU SoCs. Expertise in developing, implementing and verifying STA constraints Expertise in efficient closure of Subsystem as well as SoC-level timing In-depth knowledge of industry standards and practices in Timing closure, Physical Design, Floor-planning, and Place & Route Knowledge of basic Architecture and Verilog to collaborate with RTL and IP design teams for timing fixes Contribute to timing flow and methodology improvements Collaborate with members of a global design team to complete large SoC (system-on-chip) projects. Cross functional collaboration: Partner with Architecture and RTL teams to influence early design decisions Ability to coordinate with all aspects of SOC design functions, including RTL, DV, DFT, EDA vendors, DTCO while setting technical direction for the team Work with methodology teams to continuously improve flows and processes Key Challenges: Demonstrate strong expertise in all aspects of timing analysis for a wide variety of designs, from constraint generation and verification to full-chip timing closure across all modes and scenarios. Deep understanding of advanced topics such as crosstalk, noise, OCV, timing margins. Familiarity with Clock specs, jitter, IR drop, spice analysis. Experience working with multi-site teams for execution is a must Job Qualifications: BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering 15+ years of experience in Physical Design for complex SoCs Experience with at least 3 years of STA Lead roles Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Innovate and adapt to the rapid use of AI and agents in STA & PD domains More information about NXP in the United States... NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals. #LI-6692