Layout Design Engineer

Cirrus Logic • Austin, TX

23h

About The Position

In this role, you will work closely with design engineering to complete the layout and verification of high-performance mixed-signal CMOS Integrated Circuits using Cadence Virtuoso XL and Mentor's Calibre tools, and work with circuit engineers to generate topological layouts to ensure optimal circuit performance.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD specialization or related program and 10+ years of IC layout experience
• Ability to layout analog circuitry in a size/time constrained environment
• Understand layout techniques such as common centroid, matching, isolation, shielding, and the use of dummy devices
• Solid understanding of ESD, Latch-up, STI, WPE, electro-migration, IR drop, cross-coupling capacitance, DFM, and Antenna effect
• Ability to solve design problems while using a combination of technical skills, intuition, and creativity
• Proficiency in floor planning activities with block assembly, and block-level routing
• LVS trouble shooting and debug skills
• Proven track record of working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Great teammate and works well with others

Nice To Haves

• BS Degree in Electronics Engineering or related program
• Comfortable with multiple IC design CAD tools and foundry PDKs
• Demonstrated ability to contribute ideas for improved efficiency and automation of layout tasks
• Knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed-signal fundamentals

Responsibilities

• Solving layout design issues and applying proactive intervention
• Proactively work with design engineers to achieve efficient circuit performance
• Design analog & mixed-signal layouts
• Understand device matching techniques
• Understand signal conditioning/protection techniques
• Strong collaboration skills, including written and verbal communication
• Outstanding layout planning and integration skills
• Experience in routing at the block level and chip top-level using assisted/automated tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree