Layout Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Frame the layout schedule, effort estimation, risk and mitigation plan of layout activities for all layout engineers in the project.
• Work closely with designers to understand the architecture and key requirements for the IC.
• Strike right balance of area, performance, and schedule during layout development by collaborating with design, packaging, and process teams.
• Work closely with Process development team to carry out PDK, P-cell, and Design rule updates.
• Work closely with Packaging engineer to develop custom lead-frames for various packages.
• Analysis and closure of Electro Migration, Thermal gradients, ESD/LU performance, and layout parasitic.
• Routinely develop test vehicles for new process & package technology development.
• Mentor and guide junior layout engineers/contract engineers, review their work and provide feedback to meet the quality and schedule norms.
• Responsible for the final layout which meets the design expectations and layout checklist.
• Identify improvements needed in process/ quality/ cycle time and take up necessary initiatives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Full chip layout experience from definition through release of IC to production.
• Strong LVS, DRC, ERC, and antenna debug skills.
• Proficient in analog and mixed-signal layout techniques and verification process including Device Matching, Power Bus design, avoiding Cross-talk, ESD/LU protection techniques.
• Good understanding about all layout parasitics (R, C, diodes, BJTs).
• Good understanding of device physics and semiconductor fabrication process.
• Must have worked on some of the Technologies like: 40nm, 65nm, 90nm, 130nm, 180nm, BiCMOS, BCD.
• Should be well versed with tools such as Virtuoso XL/Assura /PVS/Voltas.
• Ability to quickly ramp up on new tools/ process and mentor LEs.
• Experience in automation/ SKILL coding for reducing cycle time/ quality checks will be an added advantage.
• Requires excellent teamwork, good communication, strong problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Strong time management skills for on-time project delivery.
• Ability to take initiatives and drive for results.