Job Description:
As part of the methodology team, you will be responsible for developing and leading sophisticated power estimation and optimization methodologies at the netlist (gate-level) stage across SoC and IP designs. You will drive correlation strategies, automation flows, and accuracy improvements to ensure power estimates are tightly aligned with final silicon behavior. This role requires deep technical expertise in power analysis tools, a strong understanding of low-power design techniques, and collaboration with multi-functional teams across the design and verification cycle.
Responsibilities:
- Define and drive netlist-level power estimation methodologies using industry-leading tools (e.g., Synopsys PrimeTime PX, Cadence Voltus).
- Establish and maintain correlation frameworks between RTL and gate-level power, and between estimated and silicon power.
- Develop automated flows for toggling activity generation, vector-based and vectorless power estimation, and regression reporting.
- Analyze power consumption trends and identify hotspots; provide recommendations for low-power design optimization.
- Collaborate with RTL design, physical design, DFT, and architecture teams to ensure early and accurate power signoff.
- Lead methodology development for corner analysis, dynamic/static power separation, and voltage scaling assessments.
- Support signoff reviews, audits, and compliance to power specifications and constraints.
- Provide mentorship and technical leadership within the team and across global sites.
Required Skills and Experience :
- Proven experience of 5+ years in power estimation, optimization, and methodology development at the gate-level/netlist stage.
- Hands-on expertise with tools such as Synopsys PrimeTime PX, Cadence Voltus, and related signoff flows.
- Strong understanding of digital design principles, low-power architecture techniques, clock gating, and multi-voltage domains.
- Proficient in scripting (Python, Perl, TCL) to develop scalable and automated power analysis flows.
- Demonstrated experience in analyzing switching activity data (SAIF/VCD/FSDB) and correlating to real application workloads.
- Confirmed ability to handle large SoC designs and deliver accurate power metrics under tight schedules.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to drive technical discussions and decisions.
“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :
- Experience with UPF/CPF power intent validation and integration.
- Exposure to thermal and IR-drop analysis in relation to power consumption.
- Familiarity with AI/ML-based power modeling or anomaly detection.
- Previous contributions to methodology deployment in domains such as mobile, automotive, or server-grade SoCs.
- Participation in EDA tool evaluations, benchmarking, and vendor teamwork.
- Publications or presentations in technical forums (e.g., SNUG, DVCon, DAC) related to power estimation or optimization.
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Accommodations at Arm
At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email accommodations@arm.com. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.
Hybrid Working at Arm
Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.
Equal Opportunities at Arm
Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.