Editorial summary

The company is seeking an NPU Physical Design Engineer to lead physical design and development activities for MediaTek GHz-scale AI processors and neural network DSPs, including synthesis, floor-planning, place-and-route, RC extraction, timing, power optimization, and physical verification. The role involves close collaboration with teams in Taiwan and Singapore to co-develop implementation methodologies and flow deployments. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or a related field) is required, along with relevant experience in timing-critical AI processor design. The position offers a compensation of 9,500 (currency unspecified).

This summary is AI-generated and may contain inaccuracies. Please refer to the full job description below.

Job description

[This job https://singapore.job-q.com/jobs/detail/npu-physical-design-engineer-42641 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 12 Nov 2026]

Job Description:

• Responsible for physical design and development activities of MediaTek Ghz, AI processors and neural network DSP
• Involve in activities encompass physical design and analysis of complex and timing-critical AI processors and neural network DSP Technical disciplines include synthesis, floor-planning, place and route, RC extraction, timing, power optimization and physical verification
• Work closely with MediaTek colleagues in Taiwanand Singapore in implementation methodology co-development and flow deployment

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor/Masters Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering
• High-speed NPU/GPU/CPU Subsystem RTL Integration experience or IP/Block/SoC Design experience is preferred
• Experience with Synopsys ICC2/FC (preferred) or Cadence Innovus tools from netlists to GDS
• Experience in high-speed processor implementation/power reduction flows and methodology from RTL to GDS (including synthesis, floor-planning, placement, CTS, routing, timing optimization, physical verification)
• Experience with power noise and reliability tools such as Redhawk and Voltus
• Experience with timing signoff tools such as PrimeTime and Tempus and timing closure tools such as Tweaker and PrimeClosure
• Knowledge of high-speed/low power IP and custom circuit design
• Good communication and scripting skills

Important Note:

This advertisement is not for immediate hiring but is intended to identify suitable candidates for future openings in this position.

Interested candidates may apply through the application system. Regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E
EA License No. 01C4394 • EA Registration No. R21101254 (Tay Khai Ven)

By sending us your personal data and curriculum vitae (CV), you are deemed to consent to PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd ("PERSOL") and its local and overseas subsidiaries and affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data to prospective employers/companies based in any country for purposes of evaluating  suitability for employment, conducting reference checks, administering employment related services, complying with Government’s health advisories and such other purposes stated in our Privacy Policy.

We may use artificial intelligence ("AI") and machine learning technologies to support our recruitment and placement services, including screening resumes, assessing qualifications and experience, and identifying skills and job matches. Where permitted by applicable law, we may also use such personal data to develop, train, test, improve and/or fine-tune AI and machine learning technologies that support our recruitment and business operations.

For more information on how we collect, use, disclose and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy: https://www.persolsingapore.com/policies. If you wish to withdraw your consent, including consent relating to the use of your personal data for AI-enabled recruitment activities and AI development activities, please email us at .

Scam prevention reminder: You should not make any pre-payment when applying for any job.

Illegal practices reminder: It is illegal for recruiter to collect payment (kickback) from the worker https://www.mom.gov.sg/-/media/mom/documents/publications/foreign-workers/what-are-kickbacks.pdf