Pathfinding Senior Design Layout Engineer
Core
Design and develop critical analog, mixed-signal, and custom digital blocks for memory and storage solutions, supporting full-chip level integration.
Role type
Senior IC layout design engineer (analog/mixed-signal/custom digital)
Builds
High-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / VLSI / Memory and storage
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Analog/custom layout design in advanced CMOS processes, Expertise with Cadence VLE/VXL and Mentor Graphics Calibre DRC/LVS, Hands-on experience creating layout for critical blocks (temperature sensors, PLL, ADC, DAC, LDO, bandgap, reference generators, charge pumps, current mirrors, comparators, differential amplifiers), Strong understanding of analog layout fundamentals (matching, electromigration, latch-up, coupling, crosstalk, IR-drop, parasitic effects), Ability to assess circuit-layout interactions (speed, capacitance, power, area), Proven ability to interpret design constraints and implement high-quality layouts
Preferred skills
Experience supporting multiple tape-outs, Experience leading multiple layout projects and ensuring quality gates across development stages, Strong problem-solving skills in physical verification of custom layouts
Technologies
Cadence VLE/VXL, Mentor Graphics Calibre DRC/LVS
Responsibilities
Design and develop critical analog, mixed-signal, custom digital blocks, and support full-chip level integration, Perform layout verification activities including LVS, DRC, antenna checks, quality reviews, and documentation, Ensure on-time delivery of block-level layouts that meet quality expectations, Lead planning, area/time estimation, scheduling, delegation, and execution across multiple concurrent projects, Mentor and guide developing team members during sub-block layout execution and review their work
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC