Analog/RF Layout Engineer

Qualcomm; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm India Private Limited is seeking an experienced RF/Analog Layout Engineer to develop block and chip-level layouts and floorplans in a fast-paced team. You will implement layouts from schematics, apply design manuals, and verify designs using Cadence-based tools while coordinating with internal and external partners.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior designers, ensuring high-quality layouts, and meeting project milestones in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a relevant degree with 2+ years of custom layout experience or an associate degree with 4+ years of layout experience.
• High school diploma plus 6+ years of layout design experience also acceptable for the role.
• Experience using layout design and verification tools such as Cadence, LVS, and RMAP is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops block, macro, or chip-level layouts and floorplans per project requirements and schematics.
• Performs analyses, tests, and verifications to identify and troubleshoot design issues.
• Leads or mentors junior designers and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to meet milestones.

Skills

RF layout

Analog layout

Digital layout

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Associate's degree in Computer Science / Mathematics / Electrical Engineering

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cadence

LVS

RMAP

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Layout Engineer

General Summary:

Develops block, macro, or chip level layouts and floorplans according to project requirements, specifications, and design schematics. Applies understanding of design manuals, established processes, layout elements, and basic electronic principles to create accurate designs that meet project needs. Conducts analyses, tests, and verifies designs using different tools and techniques to identify and troubleshoot issues, and stays abreast of new verification methods. Works with multiple internal and external stakeholders to align on projects, provide updates, and resolve issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electronic Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.
• Associate's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related field and 4+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.
• 2+ years of experience using layout design and verification tools (e.g., cadence, LVS, rmap).

Analog/RF Layout Engineer 3-5 Years

QCT RF/Analog design group is seeking an experienced Layout Engineer to fulfill both block and project lead level roles working in a large team environment. Responsibilities will vary depending on experience and expertise. The layout designer will be responsible for physical design of RF and analog circuits in a fast-paced environment. Detail custom layout including floorplan, placement, routing, verification, and release of final database for high frequency RF circuits. Provide accurate schedule and plan to meet project milestone deadlines, debug complex verification errors, mentor junior layout designers, able to lead a team to deliver high quality layout that meets design requirements, understanding of hierarchical planning and integration, chip design from top down and bottom up through Tapeout. The layout designer should have strong analog layout fundamentals and focused exposure to handling multi voltage domain circuit layouts, latchup and ESD aware layout development strategy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 3-5 years of experience in the following:
• RF high frequency circuit custom layout at chip, block, and device levels
• LNA, mixer, and VCO

Must have good communication skills and should be team player.

Scripting and automation experience is a plus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Virtuoso XL - Caliber DRC/ERC/LVS verification and debugging tools

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Required: Bachelor's, Electrical/Electronic Engineering

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