Engineer I - CAD Automation

The Opportunity

We're looking for the Wavemakers of tomorrow.

Alphawave Semi enables tomorrow’s future by accelerating the critical data communication at the heart of our digital world – from seamless video streaming to AI to the metaverse and much more. Our technology powers product innovation in the most data-demanding industries today, including data centers, networking, storage, artificial intelligence, 5G wireless infrastructure, and autonomous vehicles. Customers partner with us for mission-critical data communication, our innovative technologies, and our proven track record. Together, we enable the next generation of digital technology.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for PDK evaluation, setup, customization, and flows definition
• Drive and implement specific Custom Design Automation flows such as • Schematic entry, Layout design - color aware and DPT/MPT • Parasitic Extraction for transistor level flow
• Device Modeling and Simulation environment in Synopsys' Custom Compiler PrimeSim XA circuit simulators
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in physical verification – DRC, LVS, and DFM checks
• Knowledge of Electrical verification like EMIR, ERC, PERC
• Knowledge of Analog cell characterization
• Knowledge of Reliability Verification
• Drive Interfacing between Digital and Analog/Mixed signal methodologies.
• . Develop Custom flows automation, rule deck customizations, improve productivity and efficiency.
• Train, Deployment and support of Automation flows to Design teams
• Debug flow issues and testcases from Design teams for Simulation, LVS, DRC, EMIR, post layout simulation.
• Assist Tape outs, final chip finishing runs, interface across foundry/customer for rulesets
• You will be reporting to Manager IP Modelling Team.

What You'll Need:

• Must have a minimum Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or a related program
• Must have 2 to 5 years of work experience in a CAD Automation engineer role.
• Experience with different Technology nodes (7nm, 5nm, 4nm, 3nm, etc)
• Experience with the different foundries (TSMC, SAMSUNG, etc) and design techniques.

Good to have:

• Good knowledge of Analog/Mixed-signal Design and Development in Synopsys/Cadence Design environment.
• Good knowledge of EDA Tools and Methodologies in Analog/Mixed Signal Design and Development.
• Experience with standards and formats like Spice, CDL, LEF, DEF, Verilog, SPEF, GDS, OA, LIB, etc.
• Good knowledge of scripting skills – TCL, Python, C-Shell scripts, PERL, etc.
• Good knowledge of Data management aspects using Git/ SVN/ICManage / Cliosoft / Perforce / Methodics / etc.
• Good knowledge of 14nm/10nm/7nm/5nm/4nm/3nm finfet technologies
• Good knowledge of Deep Submicron Issues/technologies ( < 45 nm technology)
• Understanding of Job submission and monitoring is a plus
• Understanding of tool License features and license administration is a plus

''We have a flexible work environment to support and help employees thrive in personal and professional capacities”

As part of our commitment to the well-being and satisfaction of our employees, we have designed a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
• Provisions to pursue advanced education from Premium Institute, eLearning content providers
• Medical Insurance and a cohort of Wellness Benefits
• Educational Assistance
• Advance Loan Assistance
• Office lunch & Snacks Facility

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Alphawave Semi is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all applicants regardless of age, gender, race, disability, or other protected characteristics. We value diversity and provide accommodations during the recruitment process.