Standard Cells Lead

Tata Electronics Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Electronics Private Limited in Bengaluru is seeking a seasoned Lead Standard Cells / Logic Cells Circuit Designer to spearhead development of high-performance, low-power standard cell libraries for advanced semiconductor nodes.

You will lead transistor-level designs, collaborate with process, EDA and PD teams, and mentor engineers while driving innovations in cell architecture and automation flows to meet performance and area targets.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in standard cell or logic cell design on 180nm to 22nm nodes.
• Strong foundation in CMOS device physics, digital circuit design, and layout optimization.
• Proficiency in EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Custom Compiler, Calibre, Liberate, SiliconSmart.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, TCL, Shell, ICV) for design automation.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven track record of technical leadership and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of standard cells and logic cells across multiple technology nodes.
• Architect transistor-level designs with focus on PPA trade-offs.
• Collaborate with process technology, EDA, and physical design teams for manufacturability.
• Oversee cell characterization, modelling, and validation using industry-standard tools.
• Drive innovation in cell architecture, layout techniques, and automation flows.
• Conduct design reviews, ensure quality assurance, and manage sign-off processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team skill development.
• Interface with cross-functional teams to align cell library development with broader SoC/ASIC goals.

Skills

Standard cell/logic cell design

PPA optimization

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related field

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Synopsys Custom Compiler

Calibre

Liberate

SiliconSmart

Python scripting

TCL scripting

Shell scripting

Job description

Department: PDK, Design Enablement & Design Services

About Tata Electronics Private Limited

Tata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. is a prominent global player in the electronics manufacturing industry, with fast-emerging capabilities in Electronics Manufacturing Services, Semiconductor Assembly & Test, Semiconductor Foundry, and Design Services. Established in 2020 as a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, the company aims to serve global customers through integrated offerings across a trusted electronics and semiconductor value chain. With a rapidly growing workforce, the company currently employs over 65,000 people and has significant operations in Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, India. Tata Electronics is committed to creating a socioeconomic footprint by employing many women in its workforce and actively supporting local communities through initiatives in environment, education, healthcare, sports and livelihood.

Job Title: Lead Standard Cells / Logic Cells Circuit Designer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned and innovative Lead Standard Cells / Logic Cells Circuit Designer to spearhead the development of high-performance, low-power standard cell libraries for advanced semiconductor nodes. This role demands deep technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a passion for pushing the boundaries of digital circuit design. Solid hands on working knowledge in Standard cells circuit design, with low power and high-performance flip-flops, latches, multibit flip flops, clocking cells, different power domain level-shifters, optimized for power and area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and optimization of standard cells and logic cells across multiple technology nodes.
• Architect and implement transistor-level designs with a focus on PPA (Performance, Power, Area) trade-offs.
• Collaborate with process technology, EDA, and physical design teams to ensure seamless integration and manufacturability.
• Oversee cell characterization, modelling, and validation using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Drive innovation in cell architecture, layout techniques, and automation flows.
• Conduct design reviews, ensure quality assurance, and manage sign-off processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team skill development.
• Interface with cross-functional teams to align cell library development with broader SoC and ASIC design goals.

Required Qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in standard cell or logic cell design on older process nodes from 180nm to 22nm technology.
• Strong foundation in CMOS device physics, digital circuit design, and layout optimization.
• Proficiency in EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Custom Compiler, Calibre, Liberate, SiliconSmart, etc.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, TCL, Shell, ICV) for design automation.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven track record of technical leadership and project execution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with FinFET and GAA (Gate-All-Around) transistor technologies.
• Familiarity with reliability-aware design (aging, BTI, HCI, EM) and variation-aware design techniques.
• Exposure to AI/ML-based optimization methods in circuit design and layout.
• Knowledge of advanced characterization techniques including statistical timing and power modelling.
• Experience in developing ultra-low power and high-speed cell architectures.
• Contributions to open-source tools, IEEE publications, or industry standards.
• Experience with cross-foundry PDKs and multi-node library development.
• Understanding of EDA tool development or customization for cell design flows.