Senior PDK Development Engineer

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

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Limerick, Ireland, seeks an experienced PDK development engineer to join the Engineering Enablement team. You will develop, deliver and support PDK components across multiple processes for internal and external foundries.

You will build and maintain PDKs, implement DRC/LVS rule decks, create pcells with Cadence Skill, and automate layout generation and verification while collaborating with process development, integration and design teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in PDK development

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

Programming / scripting

Python

TCL

Perl

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Skill

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

Job Title:

Senior PDK Development Engineer

Minimum requirements:

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering

Location:

Limerick, Ireland

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced, talented and motivated Process Design Kit (PDK) development Engineer to join our PDK development team within Engineering Enablement organization. This role will be responsible in ensuring the development, delivery and supporting all components of a PDK. Engineer will work within the team that is responsible for developing and supporting PDKs for a vast variety of processes including both internal and external foundries.

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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 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.

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: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days