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Job Title: Static Timing Analysis (STA) EngineerJob OverviewWe are looking for a highly skilled Static Timing Analysis (STA) Engineer to join our ASIC/SoC design team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing timing analysis, developing constraints, and driving timing closure across multiple design stages. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and cross-functional collaboration.Key Responsibilities- Perform Static Timing Analysis (setup, hold, recovery, removal) across all PVT corners and modes. - Create, refine, and validate SDC constraints including clocks, generated clocks, false paths, and multi-cycle paths. - Drive timing closure during synthesis, place & route, and final signoff. - Debug timing violations related to clocking, logic depth, routing, buffering, and cell sizing. - Work closely with RTL, Physical Design, CTS, and DFT teams to resolve timing issues. - Run STA using tools such as Synopsys PrimeTime or Cadence Tempus. - Analyze SI/crosstalk, OCV/AOCV/POCV, and apply advanced timing methodologies. - Ensure full timing signoff criteria are met before tape-out.Required Qualifications- 3–10 years of hands-on STA experience (can adjust based on your needs). - Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, VLSI, or related field. - Strong understanding of digital logic, timing concepts, and CMOS fundamentals. - Experience with PrimeTime, Tempus, ICC2, Fusion Compiler, or Innovus. - Solid knowledge of SDC, timing exceptions, and multi-clock domain analysis. - Proficiency in Tcl, with additional scripting (Python/Perl) being a plus.Preferred Skills- Experience with SoC-level STA and hierarchical timing flows. - Knowledge of clock tree synthesis (CTS) and clock architecture. - Familiarity with low-power design (UPF/CPF). - Understanding of DFT timing, scan modes, and test constraints.Soft Skills- Strong analytical and debugging abilities. - Excellent communication and documentation skills. - Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.