Overview

Placement Type: Temporary Salary: $63.37 to $70.42/hr Please note, this role is needed onsite first 2 weeks, then allowed to work remotely. Must be in the Cupertino, CA area. Layout Engineers are responsible for delivering Analog Mixed-Signal layouts. They collaborate with Layout/schematic DRIs of highly skilled individuals to develop world-leading SOCs. As a part of the AMS layout team, you will be delivering fully-verified, layout. This includes the following: Crafting sophisticated layout for mixed signal and analog circuits in deep sub-micron CMOS technologies.

Reviewing and analyzing floorplans and intricate circuits.

Running complete sets of design verification tools available on AMS blocks.

Working with circuit design engineers plan/schedule work and coordinate vital layout tradeoMs as needed.

Interpreting LVS, DRC and ERC reports to find the fastest way to complete layout.

Exceeding engineering specifications and expectations by working closely with the circuit design team.

Applying sophisticated CAD tools and mask design knowledge to deliver accurate and robust layout that matches performance, area and power requirements. Skills:

MacOS

iOS 3 years of experience with each of the following skills is required: Layout design of tight matching, low noise, and low power analog blocks, resistors, capacitors, pad IOs, and ESD structures;

IR drop, RC delay, electromigration, self-heating, and cross capacitance;

CALIBRE DRC, ERC, and LVS reports;

Analog/mixed-signal layout design of SubMicron CMOS circuits;

Recognizing failure prone circuit and layout structures; and

Analog and DFM best practices. Education:

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Alternatively, employer will accept a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or related field and 3 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or related occupation.

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal layout design, with a focus on deep sub-micron CMOS circuits and at least 2+ years in FinFET technologies

Excellent communication skills and able to work with multi-functional teams

Familiar with CAD tools like Virtuoso, Innovus, Calibre is a plus

Programming knowledge in SKILL, Perl, and/or Python is a bonus

Concentration in Mixed-Signal and RF Integrated Circuits is helpful The target hiring compensation range for this role is $63.37 to $70.42 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

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