Rtl Design Engineer Jobs

Company Overview

Siemens EDA is a global technology leader in Electronic Design Automation software. Our software tools enable companies around the world to develop highly innovative electronic products faster and more cost-effectively. Our customers use our tools to push the boundaries of technology and physics to deliver better products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board, and system design.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Application Engineer to support our Aprisa digital physical implementation EDA solutions. This role combines deep technical expertise in digital design flows with customer-facing responsibilities, serving as a critical bridge between our technology and customer success. You will work at the forefront of semiconductor technology, enabling customers to achieve successful tape-outs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance and support to customers on the full RTL-to-GDS flow, optimizing their design implementations.
• Diagnose and resolve complex synthesis and place-and-route (PnR) challenges, using deep EDA tool and design knowledge.
• Lead technical campaigns, including benchmarks and evaluations, to drive the adoption of EDA tools.
• Solve critical design issues such as timing convergence, power optimization, and physical verification closure.
• Develop and deliver customer training sessions, workshops, and technical presentations.
• Create and optimize reference flows and methodologies for different stages like synthesis, floorplanning, clock tree synthesis (CTS), ECO and sign-off.
• Collaborate closely with R&D teams to communicate customer requirements and influence product roadmaps.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in digital physical implementation
• Direct experience working with advanced process nodes (16nm and below, with 7nm or lower highly valued).
• Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools from major vendors (Siemens EDA, Synopsys, Cadence) across the entire design flow.
• Experienced knowledge of RTL synthesis methodologies, including compile strategies, constraints (SDC), and logic optimization.
• Expert-level understanding of the complete RTL-to-GDS physical implementation flow and timing closure techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in Tcl scripting for EDA tool automation and strong Python skills for flow development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-focused mentality and strong presentation abilities.
• Willingness to travel up to 25-30% for customer engagements and conferences

Why Us

At Siemens Software, flexibility is how we work—hybrid by default, built on trust and autonomy. Together, 30,000 people across more than 200 countries build technology that shapes the real world. You'll grow through real projects, strong technical peers, and global mobility, backed by the scale and benefits of an industrial software leader. We're committed to equality and inclusion, and we hire based on merit, skills, and impact. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Our Benefits & Rewards

The primary locations for this opportunity are France and Germany. The applicable salary ranges for these locations are:

France: EUR 91,100 to EUR 182,200

Germany: EUR 90,100 to EUR 180,200

This role is eligible to earn incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate's job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training. Siemens offers health and wellness benefits to employees; you can access the benefits available in your country via the link: https://jobs.sw.siemens.com/benefits/

This position may also be posted in additional locations beyond those specified above. For such locations, the applicable salary ranges and benefits will be disclosed by the Talent Acquisition Partner at the time of initial contact, in accordance with local legal requirements.

Diversity & Inclusion

We value equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities. At Siemens, we believe people who've had real experiences dealing with being different will excel as leaders. Let's foster a culture of creativity and innovation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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