Senior Design Lead - Allegro PCB
United States
Job Description
Senior Design Lead - Allegro PCB
San Jose, California

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative **Advanced Packaging Design Engineer** specializing in Silicon Interposer and Redistribution Layer (RDL) technologies. In this role, you will drive the physical design, layout, and implementation of next-generation 2.5D and 3D heterogeneous packaging architectures. You will collaborate closely with ASIC architecture, foundry partners, OSATs, and Signal/Power Integrity (SI/PI) teams to deliver robust, high-density interconnect solutions for high-performance computing (HPC), AI accelerators, and high-speed networking applications.

Key Responsibilities

### 1. Physical Layout & Routing  * **Advanced Interposer Design:** Own the end-to-end physical design, floorplanning, and layout of passive/active silicon interposers and high-density RDL fan-out packages.  * **High-Density Interconnects:** Execute complex routing for ultra-fine-pitch microbumps, C4 bumps, TSVs (Through-Silicon Vias), microvias, and pillar structures.  * **Interface Implementations:** Route critical high-speed, high-bandwidth interfaces such as **HBM (High Bandwidth Memory)**, **PCIe Gen 5/Gen 6**, and ultra-short-reach (USR/XSR) die-to-die interfaces with stringent impedance controls. ### 2. Co-Design & Optimization  * **Chiplet Integration:** Actively drive die-package-board co-optimization (DPCO) by mapping bump assignments and floorplans acro

Skill Requirements

1. Advanced Proficiency In Allegro Pcb For Pcb Layout And Design.
2. Strong Knowledge Of Cad Software For 2D And 3D Design Applications.
3. In-Depth Understanding Of Design Principles And Methodologies.
4. Excellent Leadership And Team Management Skills.
5. Strong Communication And Presentation Abilities To Effectively Convey Design Concepts.

Other Requirements

### Soft Skills & Experience

 * Excellent cross-functional communication skills, with a proven ability to bridge gaps between silicon design teams and manufacturing foundries.

 * Strong debugging and problem-solving skills when addressing complex DRC violations and multi-die routing bottlenecks.

## Education & Experience Requirements

 * **Education:** Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Microelectronics, Materials Science, or a closely related field.

 * **Experience:** * **Engineer:** 3+ years of experience in silicon physical design or IC package layout.

   * **Senior/Staff Engineer:** 6–10+ years of hands-on experience delivering production-ready 2.5D/3D interposer or high-density fan-out (HDFO) designs from concept to tape-out.

Maximum Salary (US):  148000
Minimum Salary (US):  78000
Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.