Lead Layout Engineer
Qualcomm · Posted Oct 22
Semiconductor, 5G wireless technology, mobile platform, and AI computing solutions
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About the role
Qualcomm's Engineering Services Group (Layout Engineering) develops block, macro, and chip-level layouts and floorplans for analog, mixed-signal, RF, and digital designs. The role focuses on custom physical layout for power management (PMIC) modules and analog circuits, including physical verification using the Calibre Verification suite and signal/floor planning in Cadence Virtuoso. The engineer works with internal and external stakeholders to align on projects, resolve issues, and deliver area- and parasitic-efficient layouts.
What you will do
- Develops block, macro, or chip level layouts and floorplans according to project requirements, specifications, and design schematics.
- Applies understanding of design manuals, established processes, layout elements, and basic electronic principles to create accurate designs that meet project needs.
- Conducts analyses, tests, and verifies designs using different tools and techniques to identify and troubleshoot issues, and stays abreast of new verification methods.
- Works with multiple internal and external stakeholders to align on projects, provide updates, and resolve issues.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electronic Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.
- Associate's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related field and 5+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.
- High School diploma or equivalent and 7+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.
- 3+ years of experience using layout design and verification tools (e.g., cadence, LVS, rmap).
- *Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master’s = one year, Doctorate = two years) of the general custom layout design work experience in a relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design).
- Candidate needs to have hands on experience on various Power Management (PMIC) Module layouts, physical verification using Calibre Verification suite.
- Extensive floor planning and signal planning skills in Cadence Virtuoso IC201 and above.
- Layout Design for various analog circuits like: Linear and Switching Regulators, ADCs, DACs, CHARGERS, Envelope Trackers, APTs, High Current POWERFETS, OTAs, Error Amplifiers, etc.
- Strong understanding of submicron, deep-submicron, High Voltage CMOS processes. SOI process knowledge is an advantage.
- Very strong analog layout fundamentals and basic electrical knowledge for layout development.
- Strong physical verification debugging capability using Calibre Verification Suite.
- Create area and parasitic efficient layouts, with strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
- Well-developed organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
- Scripting knowledge in SKILL/PERL/SHELL and hands on knowledge of AI based layout development flow is an advantage
- Strong communication skills for efficient delivery.
- Team player skills to work with geographically spread team members.
- Create technical documentation and presentations.
- Graduation in Electrical or Electronics is preferred with 5+ years of exp.
- Diploma with minimum 8 years of hands on layout development experience is also okay.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a global leader in the development and commercialization of foundational technologies for the wireless industry, including mobile processors, 5G, and on-device artificial intelligence. The company designs and markets digital communications products, semiconductor solutions, and system software used globally across smartphones, automotive solutions, IoT devices, and computing systems. Through extensive R&D and intellectual property licensing, Qualcomm powers a highly interconnected and smarter world.
- Industry
- Semiconductors
- Company size
- 50000+ employees
- Founded
- 1985
- Location
- San Diego, California, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Funding
Public Company · $53M raised
- 2018-11-01Grant
Leadership
President and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
James H. Thompson
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Ann Chaplin
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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