Senior Photonic Layout Design Engineer

ixed-signal analog layout designs in state-of-the-art sub-micron SiPh, CMOS, FinFET technologies using Cadence tools

• Perform physical layout for electro-optic and mixed-signal functions like PLL's, high speed I/O circuits, SerDes, general I/O's, ESD structures designs.

• Work with electro-optics and mixed-signal engineers to customize designs for integration in photonic and VLSI products.

• Job duties will include floor planning, custom layout and verifying against design rules and schematics, EM/IR analysis

What we need to see:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant mask analog layout experience

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or an Electronics Practical Engineer certificate

• Familiar with silicon photonics layout design concepts.

• Proven understanding of analog circuit layout concepts in submicron CMOS technologies - such as Operational Amplifiers and ADC/DACs.

• Expert with Cadence custom circuit design tools - particularly Virtuoso

• Experience running and debugging DRC and LVS with verification tools such as ICV, Calibre

• Work effectively in a team, with good interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and positive energy.

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Experience with electro-optical ASIC layout.

• Previous responsibility for ramping up new process nodes

• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Skill, and Pcell writing

• Knowledge of DRC and LVS checking flows, EM/IR tools, and ability to customize DRC and LVS decks

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