Quantum IC Layout Engineer — Impact, Equity & Flexible Work

Universal Quantum Ltd.; Haywards Heath; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity options

Flexible holiday allowance (28 days)

Flexible working options

10% matching pension

Generous parental support policy

Private health/dental insurance

Relocation support

Job summary

Universal Quantum Ltd. is seeking an Electronics Engineer to join the electronics team and enable quantum technologies. You will lead the layout of full-custom mixed-signal ICs and collaborate across design levels to deliver robust layouts and reliable performance.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in IC layout, strong CAD skills, and the ability to interpret DRC/LVS results. You will work on diverse fabrication processes and contribute to innovative IC design within a multi-disciplinary

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years IC layout experience
• Proficient with CAD layout tools
• Deep understanding of technologies
• Device matching techniques and routing of sensitive signals
• Experience with floor-planning and chip assembly
• Ability to independently interpret DRC and LVS results
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with people in different functions
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality, full-custom, mixed-signal IC layouts across all levels of design hierarchy
• Contribute to development of innovative IC designs
• Work from base cells to chip top-level
• Collaborate closely with designers to understand circuit requirements
• Deliver DRC/LVS clean layouts within project schedules
• Implement designs on a variety of fabrication processes

Skills

IC Layout

CAD tools

Device matching

Floor planning

DRC/LVS interpretation

Signal routing

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD layout tools

Job description

Universal Quantum Ltd. is seeking an Electronics Engineer to join the electronics team and enable quantum technologies. You will lead the layout of full-custom mixed-signal ICs and collaborate across design levels to deliver robust layouts and reliable performance.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in IC layout, strong CAD skills, and the ability to interpret DRC/LVS results. You will work on diverse fabrication processes and contribute to innovative IC design within a multi-disciplinary