CPU Clock Design Lead

Overview

Lead the design, implementation and optimization of clock distribution networks for high-performance CPU and SoC products at Intel.

What you'll do

• Design, implement, and optimize clock distribution networks for high-performance CPU and SoC products.
• Contribute to clock architecture development and clock tree synthesis (CTS) methodologies.
• Perform timing analysis and support timing closure across complex semiconductor designs.
• Develop custom circuits, library cells, and clock-related design solutions.
• Analyze performance, power, area, and timing tradeoffs to improve product efficiency.
• Create automation solutions using scripting and programming languages to improve design productivity.
• Collaborate closely with architecture, design, physical implementation, validation, and EDA teams.
• Support debug, validation, and optimization activities throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Drive technical issues to closure while maintaining high-quality engineering standards.
• Influence future methodologies, design flows, and clocking technologies.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or relevant field and 6+ years of hands-on experience in physical design implementation, OR Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or relevant field with 4+ years of experience, OR PhD with at least 2 years of experience in domain.
• Proficiency in clock tree synthesis (CTS) techniques and methodologies using Synopsys and Cadence platforms.
• Extensive experience in timing signoff, formal verification, and low-power design techniques.
• Strong understanding of submicron process node technologies and layout verification methods such as LVS/DRC.

Nice to have

• Strong ownership and accountability for technical deliverables.
• Curiosity and passion for solving complex engineering challenges.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and methodologies.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous focus on quality, execution, and innovation.

Details

• Location: India, Bangalore.
• Work model: hybrid, splitting time between on-site at the assigned Intel site and off-site.
• Shift: Shift 1 (India).
• Job type: Experienced Hire.