Staff PDK Engineer

5 Months ago • 5-8 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Staff PDK Engineer, you will contribute to the design of high-performance mixed-signal ASICs by developing and integrating technology files, models, and decks to support our PDKs. You will collaborate closely with design teams, foundries, and our silicon technology team to develop and verify PDKs. Responsibilities include supporting IC tape out, developing and qualifying physical verification decks, installing and testing foundry PDKs, customizing the analog/mixed-signal environment, and mentoring other engineers. The role requires a strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal design methodology and experience with LVS and parasitic extraction flow. A successful candidate will possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills and demonstrate versatility in handling CAD methodology issues.

Must have:

BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with relevant experience.
Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal design methodology.
Strong experience on LVS and parasitic extraction flow.
Experience with PDK installation, customization and QA.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Perl, SKILL, Tcl, Python, or shell scripting.

Good to have:

Experience working with revision control systems (Perforce).
Familiarity with Calibre PERC and/or Insight.
Familiarity with EM/EMIR methodology.

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Job Details

For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!

As a Staff PDK Engineer, you will assist in designing high-performance mixed-signal ASICs by developing & integrating technology files, models & decks (DRC, LVS, and PEX) to support our PDKs. Collaborate closely with design teams, foundries, and our silicon technology team to develop and verify PDKs. You will apply expertise to EDA methodology, including development, qualification, automation, and support, as well as evaluation & development of new tools & flows.

Responsibilities

Work closely with design & layout teams to support tape out of IC designs
Develop and qualify physical verification decks (leadership on LVS/PEX)
Install, customize and test foundry PDKs
Customize and test our analog/mixed-signal environment
Support IC tape out methodology
Mentor other PDK Engineers

Required Skills and Qualifications

BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 8+ years of proven experience in related CAD field or MS and 5+ years or PhD +3 years of related CAD experience.
A strong understanding of front-to-back analog/mixed-signal design methodology
Strong experience on LVS and parasitic extraction flow (based on Calibre is a plus)
Experience with PDK installation, customization and QA
Experience with PDK development and validation
Ability to effectively support layout & design teams
Able to demonstrate programming knowledge in Perl, SKILL, Tcl, Python and/or shell scripting
A hardworking individual who possesses strong organizational & interpersonal skills, and demonstrates versatility in handling a wide range of CAD methodology issues
Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Developing Cadence dfII technology files, netlisting, simulation & Pcells OR Development of physical verification decks in Calibre DRC

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Experience working with revision control systems. Perforce is a plus
Familiarity with Calibre PERC and/or Insight
Familiarity with EM/EMIR methodology

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