Experienced AMS Analog Layout Engineer (f/m/d)

Apple Inc.; München; Hybrid; EUR 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Apple Inc. is seeking an Experienced AMS Analog Layout Engineer to join its dynamic layout team in Munich. The role focuses on crafting high‑quality analog layouts for world‑class SOCs, collaborating with circuit designers and leveraging Cadence tools to optimize performance and reliability.

You will interpret verification reports, participate in floorplanning, and contribute to technology node advancements in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Qualifikationen

• Extensive analog/mixed‑signal layout experience.
• Expertise in deep submicron CMOS and FinFETs.
• Proficient in scripting: SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, Python.

Aufgaben

• Craft sophisticated analog/mixed‑signal layouts for SOCs.
• Review floorplans and analyze circuits with designers.
• Run verification tools and interpret LVS/DRC/ERC reports.
• Plan and coordinate layout tradeoffs with multi‑functional teams.
• Solve design challenges to meet performance, area and power targets.

Kenntnisse

Analog layout design

Submicron CMOS/FinFET experience

Programming: SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell,/

Machine Learning concepts

IR drop & RC delay understanding

LVS/DRC/ERC interpretation

Cadence Virtuoso advanced features

Cadence Innovus

PCell creation

English language proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Cadence Innovus

Jobbeschreibung

Experienced AMS Analog Layout Engineer (f/m/d)

As a member of Apple’s Analog Mixed-Signal layout team, you will be working on the newest technology nodes to build world‑class custom analog macros, IO's, etc. This is a dynamic work environment with endless learning opportunities working in the AMS design team with members of integration, CAD, circuit and technology engineering.At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? We have an opportunity for a visionary and especially talented Analog Layout Designer. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and rewarding opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple’s customers every day.As a Senior Layout Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in translating design concepts into silicon, collaborating closely with circuit designers, and leveraging sophisticated tools. Your work will involve crafting custom analog designs to optimize the performance of Apple's world‑class products. In this dynamic and innovative environment, you'll have endless learning opportunities while collaborating across dedicated multidisciplinary teams

Description

Senior Layout Engineers are pivotal in delivering Analog Mixed‑Signal IP in a SOC flow. You will collaborate with teams of highly skilled individuals to develop the next generation of world‑leading SOCs. Your responsibilities include crafting sophisticated layouts for mixed‑signal and analog circuits, reviewing floorplans, and analyzing intricate circuits with circuit designers. You'll run complete sets of design verification tools, plan/schedule work,and coordinate vital layout tradeoffs. Interpretation of LVS, DRC, and ERC reports is key to finding the fastest way to complete the layout, exceeding engineering specifications and expectations.This job is right for you if you are a self‑motivated engineer passionate about working with groundbreaking technology. You want to accelerate career growth, thrive in a results‑oriented environment, and contribute to the development of revolutionary Apple products. The roles include crafting upcoming products, challenging oneself, and broadening skillsets in a dynamic, innovative work culture

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive years of experience in analog/mixed‑signal layout design, with expertise in deep
• submicron CMOS circuits and extensive years in FinFET technologies experience.
• Proficiency in SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, and/or Python Programming/scripting.
• Familiar with Machine Learning and AI concepts.
• Track record in implementing analog layout designs, achieving optimal performance (eg.
• Matching, low noise, and low power consumption.
• Must recognise failure‑prone circuit and layout structures, have experience with analog and DFM best practices, and be able to identify the best approach to solving problems.
• High proficiency in custom and standard cell‑based floor‑planning and hierarchical layout assembly.
• Technical understanding of IR drop, RC delay, electromigration, self‑heating, and coupling
• capacitance.
• High proficiency in interpreting physical verification reports (DRC, ERC, LVS, etc.)
• Experience using Cadence Virtuoso's advanced features (XL, EAD, APR, and Constraint Manager)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with multi‑functional teams.
• Additional skill:
• Cadence Innovus
• PCell creation experience
• Proficiency in English language is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electric Engineering or relevant experience
• Excellent knowledge of Mixed‑Signal and RF Integrated Circuits is helpful
• Apple is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

At Apple, we're not all the same. And that's our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we've experienced, and how we think. Because to create products that serve everyone, we believe in including everyone. Therefore, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equally. We will work with applicants to make any reasonable accommodations.

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