About the TeamJoin a cutting-edge VLSI R&D team working on advanced semiconductor design for next-generation applications in automation and high-performance systems within the automotive industry. The team operates in a start-up environment within a global organization — combining agility, ownership, and innovation with the stability of an established company.The OpportunityAs a Physical Design CAD Lead, you will play a key role in developing and executing methodologies and flows that take complex subsystems from definition all the way to tape-out. This position blends deep technical expertise with leadership and mentoring responsibilities, giving you the chance to shape backend flows, guide a team, and deliver world-class silicon.What You'll DoLead & Innovate: Develop and own backend flows across synthesis, place & route, and signoff.Plan & Execute: Manage flow releases, track progress, and coordinate development tasks.Optimize PPA & Efficiency: Explore methodologies to improve Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) as well as turnaround time.Evaluate & Implement: Assess new tools and technologies, driving measurable ROI.Mentor & Guide: Provide technical leadership, coaching, and best-practice sharing across the team.What We're Looking ForBSc or MSc in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or related).8+ years of experience in backend physical design.Hands-on expertise across the RTL → Tape-Out flow (synthesis, floorplanning, PnR, CTS, STA, EM/IR, chip integration).Strong background in flow development, tuning, and signoff closure.Proficiency in scripting languages (Tcl, Python, Perl, TCSH) and version control systems.Experience leading backend activities and mentoring engineers.Knowledge of advanced nodes (5nm and below) is a strong advantage.Excellent communicator with a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.Why You'll Love It HereShape the methodologies and flows powering tomorrow's semiconductor innovations.Work in a fast-moving, hands-on environment where ownership and impact are valued.Join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Be part of a mission to push the boundaries of what's possible in chip design.