Physical Design Manager
About the Company
We are a fast-growing semiconductor company specialising in VLSI and embedded systems, with operations spanning Singapore and ASEAN. Our team designs high-performance data processing chips and delivers high-quality ASIC design services, combining advanced technology with product innovation to build robust, value-driven solutions for information security applications. We also provide fast,efficient time-to-market SoC design services that help our partners accelerate product development and commercialisation.
We're looking for an experienced Physical Design Manager to lead and grow our ASIC/SoC physical design team.
The Role
As Physical Design Manager, you will set the long-term direction for our physical design organisation and own end-to-end RTL-to-GDSII implementation across complex SoC programs. You'll build and mentor a high-performing engineering team, champion next-generation design methodologies, and represent physical design in cross-functional and executive discussions — ensuring high-quality, on-time tape-outs that support the company's broader technology strategy.
What You'll Do
- Shape the long-term vision for physical design capabilities and infrastructure, in line with company-wide technology strategy
- Lead RTL-to-GDSII implementation across multiple SoC programs — covering synthesis, floor planning, power grid design, place and route, clock tree synthesis, timing closure, power/signal integrity signoff, and physical verification (DRC/LVS)
- Provide strategic and technical leadership to the physical design team, driving successful, on-time tape-outs for complex,high-performance SoCs
- Mentor and develop engineering talent, building a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Oversee team structure, hiring, performance management,and career development to build and retain a high-performing organisation
- Partner closely with design teams to influence key design decisions and ensure successful project execution
- Navigate and resolve cross-functional challenges,keeping teams aligned and projects moving
- Drive adoption of next-generation physical design methodologies, flows, and automation to lift productivity and design quality
- Manage project schedules, resources, and risk in line with business goals and customer requirements
- Represent the physical design function in cross-org and executive discussions, contributing to long-term technology and product strategy
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering,Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of progressive experience in back-end physical design and verification, including significant leadership experience
- A proven track record of leading and scaling physical design teams, managing complex SoC projects, and delivering high-quality tape-outs on aggressive schedules
- Deep expertise in hierarchical physical design strategies, methodologies, and advanced process node challenges
- Strong understanding of current design technologies used by major foundries
- Solid grasp of ASIC design flow, RTL integration,synthesis, and timing closure
- In-depth knowledge of modern EDA tools and flows
- Proficiency in automation and scripting (Makefile, Tcl, Python, or Perl) to improve design efficiency and flow robustness
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders
- Experience developing and deploying advanced physical design methodologies and flows
- Familiarity with AI/ML-driven optimisation in physical design tools is a plus
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, commensurate with your qualifications and experience
- The chance to work on cutting-edge SoC/ASIC projects
- Strong technical mentorship and clear career growth
- Ownership of complex blocks and top-level implementation work
- Exposure to global semiconductor customers
- A professional, friendly, and supportive working environment
- Annual bonus, paid twice a year
- Annual performance reviews with clear growth and development conversations
- Premium insurance coverage for you and your family(spouse and children)
- Team-building activities, internal events, and company-wide engagement programmes