Senior PDK Architect & Automation Engineer

Analog Devices; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Ireland seeks an experienced Senior PDK Development Engineer to join the PDK development team within the Engineering Enablement organization.

You will develop, deliver and support PDKs for multiple processes across internal and external foundries, collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires 4+ years in PDK development, strong scripting skills, and deep knowledge of DRC/LVS and layout concepts.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in PDK development of related semiconductor field.
• Proven experience in PDK development and EDA tool integration.
• Strong programming/scripting skills (e.g., Skill, TCL, Python, or Perl).
• Experience with DRC/LVS rule deck creation and validation methodologies.
• Solid understanding of semiconductor design rules and layout concepts.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working in cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain comprehensive PDKs that accurately represent semiconductor process technologies.
• Implement and maintain DRC/LVS/RC extraction rule decks using industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence Pegasus, Siemens Calibre, or Synopsys ICV.
• Create and support parameterized layout cells (pcells) using Cadence Skill and related scripting languages.
• Develop automation scripts to streamline layout generation, verification, and design environment setup.
• Collaborate with process development, integration, and design teams to define and translate process parameters into physical design rules.
• Build and improve PDK QA flows and validation methodologies.
• Provide documentation and technical support to internal design teams and external PDK users.
• Ensure all deliverables meet foundry-defined design compliance rules (DRC/LVS).
• Work with EDA vendors, IP providers, and internal stakeholders to align PDK updates with technology roadmaps and customer needs.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of PDK infrastructure and layout automation frameworks.

Skills

PDK development

Scripting languages

EDA tool integration

Education

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Pegasus

Siemens Calibre

Synopsys ICV

Job description

Analog Devices, Inc. in Ireland seeks an experienced Senior PDK Development Engineer to join the PDK development team within the Engineering Enablement organization.

You will develop, deliver and support PDKs for multiple processes across internal and external foundries, collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires 4+ years in PDK development, strong scripting skills, and deep knowledge of DRC/LVS and layout concepts.