Staff Analog IC Layout Engineer

Elevate Semiconductor•San Diego, CA

5d•$120,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Analog Layout Engineer to join our team in developing state-of-the-art integrated circuits (ICs). In this role, you will handle the physical layout and verification of highly complex, high-voltage, and mixed-signal solutions using advanced process technologies, ranging from 65nm CMOS to 100+V BCD. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team to optimize silicon design, leveraging mentorship and support from senior engineers to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions. Must be able to work onsite in San Diego,CA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in analog and mixed-signal IC layout design
Strong knowledge of analog CMOS circuits and device physics fundamentals
Solid understanding of the IC design, qualification, and manufacturing lifecycle
Hands-on experience with industry-standard EDA tools for analog and mixed-signal design (e.g., Cadence, Mentor Graphics, Tanner)
Proficiency in performing LVS and DRC verification using Cadence or Mentor tools

Nice To Haves

Layout experience with STI High voltage (100V+) BCD and LDMOS processes
Layout experience with mixed voltage (multiple supply rails, 6 or more) domains
Layout experience with high speed multi Gbps circuits.
Layout experience in ultra-high accuracy and precision circuits.
Layout experience with high resolution data converters.
Layout experience with BiCMOS process technology.
Programming and scripting ability a strong plus, particularly in SKILL and Calibre scripts

Responsibilities

Performing physical layout of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits at the block and chip level
Conducting floorplanning and placement of circuit components to optimize area, performance, and power
Verifying layouts using industry-standard tools for LVS (Layout vs. Schematic) and DRC (Design Rule Checking) to ensure compliance with process design rules
Collaborating closely with design engineers to understand circuit specifications and ensure layout accuracy
Working with cross-functional teams, including digital design and packaging, to optimize overall chip performance
Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to layout verification and manufacturing