Barkhausen Institut gGmbH: Research Associate “Layout Engineer” (m/f/d)

Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden; Dresden; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Barkhausen Institut in Dresden invites applications for a Research Associate “Layout Engineer” (m/f/d) to advance digital IC layout on advanced processes. The position is initially for 2 years and paid according to TV-L E-13, with potential for qualification such as a PhD.

Responsibilities include layout design and floorplanning of digital ICs, DRC/LVS/ERC verification, timing analysis and power optimization, and supporting RTL-to-GDSII flows for 12nm FDSOI and open-source PDKs (IHP 130nm).

Qualifications

• MSc/Diploma or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering from a renowned university.
• Strong English writing and communication skills.
• Integrative, cooperative personality with good social skills.
• Experience with EDA tools for IC design (Cadence or Synopsys).

Responsibilities

• Layout design and floorplanning of digital ICs including memory macros and custom logic.
• Full layout and physical verification (DRC, LVS, ERC).
• Timing analysis and power optimization.
• Support RTL-to-GDSII design flows for 12nm FDSOI and open-source PDKs (e.g. IHP 130nm).
• Custom layout for analog blocks (training provided).

Skills

English language skills

Collaborative mindset

EDA tools experience

Education

MSc/Diploma or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence

Synopsys

Job description

The Barkhausen Institut performs research on the latest hardware, software and communication technologies and demonstrates their application in tomorrow’s society. Our goal is to build a flexible and trustworthy IoT platform based on reliable electronics and secure communication methods.

At the earliest possible date we are looking for a

Research Associate “Layout Engineer” (m/f/d)

The position will initially be filled for a period of 2 years and will be remunerated in line with TV-L E-13. The position aims at supporting further academic qualification (e.g. PhD).

Your responsibilities will include

• Layout design and floorplanning of digital IC designs including memory macros and custom logic implementations
• Full layout and physical verification (DRC, LVS, ERC)
• Timing analysis and power optimization
• Support RTL-to-GDSII design flows for:
  • advanced process nodes, e.g. 12nm FDSOI
  • open-source PDKs, e.g. IHP 130nm
• Custom layout for analog blocks (training will be provided)

We expect the following

• MSc/Diploma or PhD degree in areas related to our research focus (Electrical/Computer Engineering) from renowned universities
• Good communication and writing skills in English
• An integrative and cooperative personality with excellent communication and social skills
• Prior experience with EDA tools for IC design, e.g. from Cadence or Synopsys

What we provide

• Training and exposure to chip tape-outs in advanced process nodes
• Experience in full development cycles of custom IC
• An open and creative team
• Agile working hours and workflows
• Cross-disciplinary projects
• Work on future technologies
• Flat hierarchies for your ideas and flexible teams
• Our remuneration is based on the collective agreement for the federal states. If you meet all the professional requirements (diploma/master’s degree or doctorate), this position is classified as TV-L E 13. Depending on your professional experience, the basic monthly salary ranges between €4,629 and €6,580. We will be happy to provide more details during the interview.

This position is ideal for gaining serious exposure to IC development cycles and it can be a key enabler for ambitions to work in Custom/Digital IC industry. If you have passion for new technologies and the desire to develop the connected world of tomorrow with us, we are looking for you.

Life and science are compatible at our institute. We offer a range of recognised family-friendly measures, such as part-time work, mobile working and flexible working hours that take family needs into account. We also offer support for arriving in Dresden (all formalities, apartment etc.).

Barkhausen Institut strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

Applications from women are particularly welcome.

The data submitted by you in the course of the application procedure will be processed by the Barkhausen Institut (BI). BI shall use the data for the purposes of the application procedure. No data shall be passed on to third parties.