Senior Engineer & Technical Lead: Analog Layout

Cyient; Hyderabad, Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyient Semiconductor in India seeks Sr/Staff Engineers and Technical Leads to lead analog layout for PMIC products across multiple mature process nodes. You will own end-to-end layout, collaborate with design teams and foundry partners to ensure silicon success.

The role demands strong PMIC layout development expertise, hands-on work with mature processes, and mentoring junior engineers. You will drive tape-outs, perform DRC/LVS checks, and lead layout reviews.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Analog Layout Design.
• Strong experience in PMIC Layout Development.
• Proven expertise in Non-FinFET / Mature Process Nodes: 28nm, 40nm, 55nm, 65nm, 90nm, 110nm, 130nm, 180nm.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute full custom analog layouts from floorplanning through tape-out.
• Develop layout for PMIC building blocks including LDOs, buck/boost converters, charge pumps, references, comparators, current mirrors, power switches, oscillators.
• Run and resolve DRC/LVS/ERC/PERC, antenna checks and EM/IR analyses; mentor junior engineers; lead layout reviews and tape-out activities.

Skills

Analog Layout

PMIC Layout

Non-FinFET

Mature Process Nodes

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso XL

Virtuoso Layout Suite

Calibre DRC/LVS/ERC/PERC

Parasitic Extraction Tools

Job description

Position: Sr Engineer / Staff Engineer / Technical Lead Analog Layout (PMIC | Non-FinFET Technologies): Only Immediate Joiner Required

Location: Bangalore / Hyderabad
Experience: 3-10 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Cyient Semiconductor

Cyient Semiconductor is rapidly expanding its Analog Mixed Signal and Power Management Design teams and is looking for highly skilled Analog Layout professionals with strong experience in PMIC development and Non-FinFET process technologies.

If you are passionate about building high-performance Power Management ICs and have delivered successful tape-outs on mature process nodes, this is an excellent opportunity to work with leading global semiconductor customers on cutting-edge products.

Position Summary

We are hiring Sr Engineers, Staff Engineers, and Technical Leads with strong expertise in Analog Layout Design for PMIC products across higher process nodes and BCD technologies. This role involves end-to-end ownership of custom analog layouts, close collaboration with design teams, and contribution to successful silicon execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute full custom analog layouts from floorplanning through tape-out.
• Develop layout for PMIC building blocks including:
  • LDOs
  • Buck Converters
  • Boost Converters
  • Charge Pumps
  • Bandgap References
  • Comparators
  • Current Mirrors
  • Power Switches
  • Oscillators
  • Voltage References
• Perform layout optimization for area, matching, performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Implement advanced layout techniques:
  • Common Centroid
  • Interdigitation
  • Symmetry Matching
  • Shielding
  • Guard Rings
  • Latch-up Prevention
• Run and resolve:
  • DRC
  • LVS
  • ERC
  • PERC
  • Antenna Checks
  • EM/IR Analysis
• Collaborate with Analog Design, Verification, Reliability, and Foundry teams.
• Support tape-out activities and silicon debug when required.
• Lead layout reviews and mentor junior engineers (Staff Engineer / Technical Lead levels).

Mandatory Skills

Technical Expertise

• 5+ years of experience in Analog Layout Design.
• Strong experience in PMIC Layout Development.
• Proven expertise in Non-FinFET / Mature Process Nodes:
  • 28nm
  • 40nm
  • 55nm
  • 65nm
  • 90nm
  • 110nm
  • 130nm
  • 180nm

Layout Methodologies

• Device Matching Techniques
• Common Centroid Layout
• Interdigitated Structures
• Guard Ring Implementation
• ESD Aware Layout
• Latch-up Prevention
• High Voltage Layout Considerations
• Reliability and Yield Optimization

EDA Tools

• Cadence Virtuoso XL
• Virtuoso Layout Suite
• Calibre DRC/LVS/ERC/PERC
• Parasitic Extraction Tools

Preferred Skills

• Experience in BCD Technologies.
• Exposure to Automotive PMICs.
• Experience with High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) devices.
• Knowledge of Foundry Technologies:
  • TSMC
  • TI BCD
  • GlobalFoundries
  • Tower Semiconductor
  • UMC

Technical Lead / Staff Engineer Expectations

• Lead complete block and top-level layout execution.
• Drive project planning and layout closure.
• Interface with customers and global stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and conduct layout reviews.
• Ensure adherence to design quality and tape-out schedules.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Strong PMIC layout background with multiple successful tape-outs.
Expert in Non-FinFET analog layout methodologies.
Hands-on experience with mature process nodes and BCD technologies.
Ability to independently drive complex layout blocks from concept to silicon.
Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.