Senior Technical Manager

Physical Design Manager About the Role We are seeking a seasoned Physical Design Manager to lead and scale our SoC physical design team in Bengaluru. This role is ideal for a leader with deep technical expertise in physical design flows and proven experience managing high-performance engineering teams. You will drive execution across multiple projects, collaborate with global cross-functional teams, and deliver silicon that powers next-generation products. Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead a team of physical design engineers, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and career development. Define and execute physical design strategies for complex SoCs, ensuring scalability and efficiency. Partner with global design, architecture, and verification teams to align on project goals and timelines. Technical Execution Own end-to-end physical design flow: floorplanning, synthesis, place & route, timing closure, power optimization, and sign-off. Drive innovation in design methodologies, automation, and tool flows to improve productivity and quality. Ensure designs meet performance, power, and area (PPA) targets while adhering to schedule. Collaboration Work closely with RTL, DFT, and packaging teams to deliver robust and manufacturable designs. Interface with EDA vendors and foundries to optimize flows and resolve technical challenges. Represent the Bengaluru team in global program reviews and technical forums. Basic Qualifications 12–16 years of experience in physical design, with at least 5 years in leadership or management roles. Proven track record of delivering multiple tape-outs in advanced technology nodes (7nm and below preferred). Strong expertise in industry-standard EDA tools (Synopsys, Cadence, Mentor). Deep understanding of timing analysis, power optimization, and signal integrity. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing distributed teams across geographies. Exposure to high-performance CPU/GPU/AI accelerator designs. Strong background in scripting (Tcl, Perl, Python) for flow automation. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and drive clarity. Why Join Us Work on cutting-edge silicon powering products used by millions worldwide. Shape the future of semiconductor design while growing your leadership career. Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for global impact.