IC Hardware Design Engineer

  • Broadcom
  • Irvine, California
  • Full Time

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Job Description:

Our team in the Central Engineering Group is responsible for developing digital custom design solutions that power cutting-edge CPU and AI compute cores. We are seeking a motivated and technically strong engineer to join our team.

In this role, you will:

  • Evaluate the latest technology node and standard cell libraries provided by leading foundries.

  • Analyze trade-offs and performance implications of different cell architectures using both foundry and in-house standard cell libraries.

  • Use place-and-route (P&R) tools to validate and optimize process technologies and standard cell designs in realistic product modules and design environments.

  • Collaborate closely with various business units to align cell and technology development with broader product requirements.

  • Present technical findings and recommendations to guide standard cell development strategies and influence design choices for target use cases.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A strong understanding of advanced technology nodes, standard cell architectures, and their role in the digital design flow.

  • Hands-on experience with place-and-route tools, flows, and methodologies.

  • Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to collaborate across functional teams.

  • The ability to analyze complex trade-offs and make data-driven decisions.

Education and Experience:

  • Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering is a plus

  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $127,100 - $203,400

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.

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Job ID: 481987624
Originally Posted on: 6/19/2025

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