Astera Labs
Semiconductor
PhysicalDesignStudent
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“Physical Design Student at Astera Labs. Skills: Physical Design, VLSI, Semiconductor. Support physical implementation. Perform synthesis”
Industry & Context.
Solving complex engineering challenges; Solving complex technical challenges
Work at Haifa/Tel Aviv Center
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's or Master's degree, Electrical Engineering or related, Digital systems foundation, VLSI design foundation, Semiconductor devices foundation, Familiarity with Python, TCL, Bash, or Perl, Ability to work 2 days/week, Fluent in Hebrew, Fluent in English
Nice to Have
Prior VLSI/Hardware student experience, Academic project in physical design/VLSI, University lab experience EDA tools, Understanding of basic verification concepts, Fast learner, Proactive attitude, Passion for deep-tech hardware
What You'll Do.
Support physical implementation
Perform floorplanning
Perform Place & Route
Perform Clock-Tree Synthesis
Assist macro-level implementation
Develop layout routing skills
Participate in deep-submicron process challenges
Assist running engineering checks
Learn to apply Logic Equivalence Checking
Leverage scripting tools
Develop scripting tools
Automate repetitive tasks
Optimize engineering environment
Collaborate with Architecture teams
Collaborate with Design teams
Collaborate with DFT teams
Participate in team reviews
Participate in technical discussions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Senior engineers; Architecture teams; Design teams; DFT teams
Full Job Description
Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com. Role Overview Astera Labs is establishing a strategic R&D center in Israel to drive the development of complex semiconductor chips that solve the critical 'data bottlenecks' enabling the future of AI at scale. As we expand our presence in Israel, we are seeking a motivated Physical Design Student to join our founding local engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in the semiconductor industry. Working alongside senior industry veterans, you will gain hands-on experience in backend execution and advanced methodologies for cutting-edge chips that power the world's largest AI clusters. If you are passionate about silicon hardware, eager to learn, and thrive on solving complex engineering challenges, this role offers the perfect bridge between your academic studies and a high-impact career. Key Responsibilities Guided Implementation & Learning Partner with and learn from senior engineers to support the physical implementation journey, including synthesis, floorplanning, Place & Route (P&R), and Clock-Tree Synthesis (CTS) Assist in macro-level implementation and develop hands-on skills in complex layout routing Participate in deep-submicron process challenges under close profe
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