Senior Staff Engineer Analog Layout

Infineon Technologies AG; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in Penang, Malaysia is seeking an experienced engineer specializing in RF circuit layout. The ideal candidate will have 8 to 15 years of experience and be proficient in Cadence Virtuoso-VXL and Mentor Calibre tools.

The role involves collaborating on circuit designs, conducting layout verification, and leading projects while mentoring junior engineers. A strong background in RF/analog layout techniques is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of job experience in RF Layout required.
• Hands-on experience in RF/analog layout and techniques.
• Deep understanding of submicron CMOS technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with RF circuit designers on layout iterations.
• Perform critical circuit block layout verification.
• Lead layout design by coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Skills

RF/analog layout expertise

Project scheduling

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso-VXL

Mentor Calibre

Job description

Your Role

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with radio frequency (RF) circuit designers to iterate circuit layouts to achieve performance.
• Perform critical circuit block, subsystem and top-level layout and verification using state-of-the-art tools (Cadence Virtuoso-VXL & Mentor Calibre) and RF/Analog layout techniques.
• Participate in layout design of RF circuits (block/IP/chip) floor planning from scratch, performing routing & layout verification and resolve violations.
• Lead/co-lead the RF layout design by working closely with cross functional team leader.
• Conduct thorough layout design reviews internally & external review with RF circuit designers.
• Plan overall project schedule and distribute tasks to project team members.
• Capable in guiding/coaching junior engineers for on time delivery & quality.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering / Microelectronics with VLSI exposure or equivalent and 8 to 15 years of job experience in radio frequency (RF) Layout.
• Good understanding and with hands-on experience in RF/analog layout from scratch, implementation of RF/analog layout techniques, IR drop/EM analysis.
• Deep understanding of RF/analog circuit layout concepts in submicron CMOS technologies.
• Experience with layout design and verification of high-performance RF transmitter, receiver, PLL subsystems.
• Expertise on matching, parasitic reduction, ESD, DFM etc.
• Strong expertise in leading in one or more of the following IP Layouts.
• Possess strong technical, analytical & problem-solving skills in RF/analog layout.
• Capable in driving ideas towards implementation for layout productivity, quality and methodology improvement.
• Ability to work as strong team player and participate in cross-functional activities.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and communication skill with good initiative at work.

EEO Statement

This means we embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to give all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant's experience and skills.