Lead Analog IC Layout Engineer

Analog Devices, Inc.; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. seeks a Lead Analog IC Layout Engineer in Ireland to tackle the most complex layout challenges. You will own layout for advanced blocks, lead teams, and mentor engineers, shaping architecture decisions across projects.

The role demands expert IC layout skills, Cadence Virtuoso proficiency, and strong LVS/DRC knowledge, with opportunities to influence company-wide best practices. Hybrid or on-site arrangements may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field; 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Expert-level IC layout, architecture design, and process evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Own the layout of complex blocks, including scheduling, floor planning, verification, and tapeout.
• Lead teams and complex projects with substantial business impact.
• Mentor junior engineers and act as a primary technical resource.
• Develop layout methodologies and best practices to boost productivity.
• Collaborate with global teams to drive technical excellence.

Skills

Technical Leadership

IC layout expert

Architecture design

Global collaboration

Process innovation

Education

B.E./B.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

VXL

LVS/DRC checks

Job description

**Lead Analog IC Layout Engineer****About the ATE Group:**The Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) organization within Instrumentation delivers high‐performance solutions that enable production testing of advanced electrical and electronic systems—from high‐speed microprocessors to high‐voltage EV battery modules. We partner closely with customers to define cutting‐edge stimulus and measurement architectures, driving improvements in accuracy, energy efficiency, test time, and channel density to provide differentiated ATE capability.**About the Role:** As a Lead Designer, Layout, you hold a senior technical position working on our most complex layout challenges. You will develop innovative solutions requiring in-depth analysis and expertise, while serving as a key technical resource and leader for the organization. Your influence extends across organizational boundaries, impacting significant business outcomes.**Key Responsibilities*** Own the layout of complex blocks, including scheduling, floor planning, verification, and tapeout* Develops solutions to complex problems requiring specialized expertise and in-depth analysis* Acts as a primary technical resource for less experienced engineers* Leads teams and complex projects with substantial business impact* Influences across organizational boundaries to drive technical excellence* Leads complex IC layout projects and mentors junior engineers* Makes critical IC architecture design decisions that shape product development* Performs advanced process evaluations and optimizations* Develops layout methodologies and best practices that enhance team productivity and results**Must Have Skills*** Technical Leadership: Advanced technical expertise with recognized influence in the organization* Expert-Level Design Skills: Expert-level proficiency in IC layout, architecture design, and process evaluation* Collaboration: Capability to work with global teams and support creative and collaborative environments* Process Innovation: Capability to develop and implement innovative layout methodologies that advance organizational capabilities**Preferred Education and Experience*** Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience* 7+ years of relevant experience* Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso, including strong VXL expertise.* Strong understanding of LVS, DRC, antenna checks, and associated verification/debug methodologies.#LI-EC1*For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.**Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.*Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/Days