Senior Director, Physical Design

Altera Semiconductor Technology · Hardware & Semiconductors

Regus, Madhapur
On-site
Posted 5 days ago
Core Engineering

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Job Description:

Altera seeks an experienced Senior Director of Physical Design to lead the physical design strategy and execution of next-generation semiconductor products. This leader will drive innovation in design methodologies, oversee complex chip implementations, and mentor a high-performing team of physical design engineers across multiple product lines.

Key Responsibilities

Lead physical design strategy and execution for advanced-node semiconductor products

Manage and mentor a team of physical design managers, principal engineers, and senior engineers

Establish and drive physical design methodologies, standards, and best practices

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including logic design, DFT, and power management

Drive continuous improvement in design quality, power, performance, and area (PPA)

Manage physical design budgets, schedules, and resource allocation

Evaluate and implement emerging design automation tools and technologies

Partner with vendor ecosystem to optimize tool flows and capabilities

Qualifications:

15+ years of experience in physical design of complex semiconductor products

10+ years in management and team leadership roles

Deep expertise in placement, routing, physical verification, and signoff at 7nm and below nodes

Strong knowledge of design automation tools and methodologies

Proven track record of delivering high-quality silicon within schedule and power budgets

Experience managing large, distributed engineering teams

Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Electronics Engineering

Experience in advanced node physical design at 5nm or below

Background in FPGA or programmable logic design

Experience with multiple foundry relationships (TSMC, Samsung, Intel)

Leadership experience in geographically distributed teams across multiple time zones

Job Type:

Regular

Shift:

Shift 1 (India)

Primary Location:

Regus, Madhapur

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

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