Senior Mask Design Engineer

3 Months ago • 6 Years + • Research & Development • $124,000 PA - $230,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

NVIDIA seeks a Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team on complex mixed-signal circuit designs. Responsibilities include physical layout for mixed-signal functions (PLLs, high-speed I/O, etc.) in sub-micron CMOS technologies using Cadence tools. The role involves working with ASIC and mixed-signal engineers, floor planning, custom layout, verification against design rules and schematics, DRC mitigation, and foundry interactions. Proficiency in scripting languages (Perl, Python) and experience with DRC/LVS tools (Dracula, Hercules, Calibre, PrimeYield) are essential.
Must have:
  • 6+ years layout design experience
  • Analog circuit layout understanding
  • Cadence custom circuit design tools
  • DRC/LVS experience (Dracula, Hercules, Calibre, PrimeYield)
  • Scripting (Perl, Python)
  • Teamwork and communication skills
Perks:
  • Equity
  • Benefits

Job Details

Are you a Mask Layout Design Engineer who is seeking am amazing opportunity? We are looking for a Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer – someone who is excited to join a growing group of diverse individuals responsible for handling complex mixed-signal circuit designs! NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 fueled the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to solve, that only we can pursue, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human creativity and intelligence. Join our dynamic team today!


What you'll be doing:

  • The role entails working collaboratively and multi-functionally with a multi-disciplinary team of Photonics, CMOS, Electronics, and Systems engineers

  • Perform physical layout for mixed-signal functions like PLL's, high speed I/O circuits, general I/O's, ESD structures designs in innovative sub-micron CMOS technologies using Cadence tools

  • You'll work with ASIC and mixed-signal engineers to customize designs for integration in VLSI products.

  • Job duties will include floor planning, custom layout and verifying against design rules and schematics.

  • Fill, post-processing, DRC mitigation, and foundry interactions


What we need to see:

  • BS in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

  • At least 6+ years of hands-on layout design experience

  • Deep understanding of analog circuit layout concepts in submicron CMOS technologies. Validated experience with Cadence custom circuit design tools - particularly virtuoso

  • Experience running and debugging DRC and LVS with verification tools such as Dracula, Hercules, Calibre, Primeyield

  • Ability to work optimally in a team, good interpersonal skills and positive energy.

  • Proficiency in scripting languages like perl, python, skill etc. Knowledge of DRC and LVS checking flows, ability to customize DRC and LVS


NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and talented people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you.

The base salary range is 124,000 USD - 230,000 USD. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Since its founding in 1993, NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) has been a pioneer in accelerated computing. The company’s invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined computer graphics, ignited the era of modern AI and is fueling the creation of the metaverse. NVIDIA is now a full-stack computing company with data-center-scale offerings that are reshaping industry.

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