ASIC Power Engineer

JOB TITLE: ASIC Power Engineer

LOCATION:
Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid)

DURATION: 1/8/2026 - 7/7/2026

PAY RANGE: $109-$119/hr.

TOP 3

SKILLS:

• Experience with Synopsys (DC, ICC, PTPX/Prime Power, VCS, Verdi) and/or Cadence (Joules)
• Should know how to use Python, Perl (or similar) scripting, and data-post-processing tools
• Experience in low power design, tools, and methodologies, including power intent UPF specifications, Silicon Power Characterization

COMPANY:

Our client is a Fortune 500 multi-national technology company headquartered in Menlo Park, CA.

DUTIES:

The ASIC Power Engineer will perform power analysis and optimizations in ASIC for AR/VR products. Areas of interest include Machine Learning. Primary languages are Python, Tcl, and System Verilog.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform PPA optimization with Fusion Compiler
• Conduct RTL and netlist-level power analysis
• Post-process and script report log files for format conversion, data analysis, and information extraction
• Set up, run, debug, and analyze reports of ASIC flows (Synthesis, PD, Power, Timing)
• Implement some blocks at RTL and UPF
• Document and communicate clearly

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of experience as an ASIC Power Engineer, or CAD Engineer/Physical Design Engineer
• Experience with power estimation tools and synthesis, some physical design
• Knowledge of power trade-offs in design and back-end implementation
• Hands‑on experience in scripting and data analysis
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Synopsys tools (DC, ICC, PTPX/Prime Power, VCS, Verdi) and/or Cadence tools (Joules)
• Proficiency in Python, Perl (or similar) scripting and data post-processing tools
• Skilled in Excel (or Matlab) for model fitting, data visualization, and analysis
• Experience in low‑power design, tools, and methodologies including power intent UPF specifications
• Silicon power characterization
• Power profiling experience at IP/SoC level

BENEFITS

SUMMARY:

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full‑time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.