What are the responsibilities and job description for the PDK/CAD Engineer position at Tenstorrent?
Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.
Tenstorrent is seeking an experienced EDA/PDK CAD Engineer to build and maintain world-class design infrastructure that accelerates our silicon innovation. In this role, you'll install and optimize PDKs, manage EDA tool flows, and partner with analog, digital, and software teams to continuously improve design efficiency. If you're passionate about solving complex CAD challenges and enabling cutting-edge chip design, we want you on our team.
This role is hybrid, based out of Santa Clara, CA or Austin, TX or Fort Collins, CO.
We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.
Who You Are
Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.
This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology. Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2). These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S. As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency. If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded.
Tenstorrent is seeking an experienced EDA/PDK CAD Engineer to build and maintain world-class design infrastructure that accelerates our silicon innovation. In this role, you'll install and optimize PDKs, manage EDA tool flows, and partner with analog, digital, and software teams to continuously improve design efficiency. If you're passionate about solving complex CAD challenges and enabling cutting-edge chip design, we want you on our team.
This role is hybrid, based out of Santa Clara, CA or Austin, TX or Fort Collins, CO.
We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.
Who You Are
- A self-driven problem solver with deep knowledge of PDKs, EDA tools, and IC design flows.
- Experienced in troubleshooting complex CAD issues and developing creative work-around solutions.
- Collaborative communicator who actively seeks feedback to improve team productivity.
- Passionate about challenging industry-leading tools and methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
- BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Science with 5 years of industry experience.
- Hands-on expertise installing, configuring, and maintaining PDKs and EDA environments.
- Strong background supporting physical verification flows (DRC, LVS, EM/IR, extraction) and mixed-signal simulation.
- Proven ability to work with vendors, foundries, and cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.
- How to architect and scale design infrastructure for state-of-the-art AI silicon development.
- Advanced techniques for optimizing EDA flows across analog, digital, and mixed-signal domains.
- Direct collaboration with world-class engineers to shape tools and methodologies that define industry standards.
- Best practices for proactive CAD support and continuous flow improvement in a fast-paced innovation environment.
Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.
This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology. Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2). These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S. As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency. If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded.
Salary : $100,000 - $500,000