Sr. Principal Layout Designer

Skyworks Solutions, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. in Bengaluru seeks a Sr. Principal Layout Designer to lead end-to-end custom IC mask/layout development for 40/22nm analog, RF and mixed-signal circuits.

You will guide floorplanning, placement, routing and layout optimization from concept to tapeout, ensuring DRC/LVS/PEX closure and manufacturability. You will work with design engineers and CAD teams, review layouts for quality, mentor junior contributors, and drive best practices to deliver reliable, timely outputs in

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master’s Degree with 10-12 years of relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso XL for layout and Calibre for DRC/LVS/PEX.
• In-depth CMOS IC mask design knowledge including fabrication, EM/IR, and LDE.

Responsibilities

• Work with junior engineers and contractors to schedule tasks and guide floorplanning, implementation, reviews and closure.
• Collaborate with design engineers and CAD support ensuring effective communication.
• Review and approve layouts for quality, DRC/LVS/PEX closure, EM/IR compliance and manufacturability.
• Develop methods to improve efficiency in layout methodology and drive best practices.

Skills

CMOS layout

Floorplanning

Routing

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor/Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso XL

Calibre

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Principal Layout Designer

Posting Start Date: 7/10/26

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together can change the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 77694

Job Description

Description

Role Overview

• Custom IC Mask/Layout design for 40/22nm/other Analog, RF, and mixed/signal circuits.
• Lead end to end layout development for any blocks/IP/chip from concept to tapeout.
• Provide technical guidance on floorplanning, placement, routing, shielding, matching, and layout optimization techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the junior engineers’ and contractors’ team for scheduling tasks, guiding them in the floor planning of blocks, implementation, reviews, and closure.
• Work closely with design engineers and CAD support by maintaining effective communication.
• Review and approve layouts for quality, DRC/LVS/PEX closure, EM/IR compliance, ESD robustness, and manufacturability.
• Develop methods to improve efficiency in layout methodology and drive best practices for a quality, reliable and timely outputs.

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor / Master’s Degree with 10-12 years of relevant experience
• Strong proficiency in using Cadence Virtuoso XL for layout and Calibre for DRC/LVS/PEX.
• In‑depth understanding of CMOS IC mask design and verification, with solid knowledge of fabrication, electromigration, IR drop, coupling capacitance, device and signal matching, and Layout‑Dependent Effects (LDE).
• Self‑driven professional with effective planning and reporting capabilities.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Desired Experience and Skills content is not provided.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.