Analog Layout Designer

Broadcom; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Annual equity awards

401(K) matching

Job summary

Broadcom in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced analog layout designer to provide onsite support for advanced nodes, collaborating with a global layout and design team to deliver high-performance IPs.

You will work independently on block- and IP-level analog layouts, with 8+ years in analog or RF layout, floorplanning for SerDes, ADC/DAC and PLL, plus top-level integration and robust DRC/LVS/antenna debugging.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years hands-on analog or RF layout experience.
• Experience with floorplanning and layout for analog modules (SerDes, ADC/DAC, PLL).
• Strong debugging skills for DRC/LVS/antenna errors and understanding of ESD and latch-up.

Responsibilities

• Designs block- and IP-level analog layouts and coordinates with circuit and layout teams.
• Addresses complex layout challenges for deep sub-micron processes.
• Supports onsite collaboration and top-level integration.

Skills

Analog layout

RF layout

Cadence tools

TSMC processes

Deep sub-micron

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cadence tools

TSMC processes

Job description

Job Description

Analog layout designer providing onsite support for advanced nodes, working with global layout and design team.

• Candidate should work independently on block level and IP level Analog layout design, coordinating with the circuit designer & the layout team
• Candidate should have minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in Analog or RF layout.
• Should have worked on floorplan and layout for analog modules like SerDes, ADC/DAC, PLL, etc.
• Should have worked on and top-level integration
• Should have a good understanding of analog layout concepts for deep sub-micron processes and knowledge of fabrication process, preference will be given to FinFet experience candidates.
• Should have a good understanding of ESD, latch-up, EM, and strong skills debugging DRC, LVS, and antenna errors.
• Job Complexity: Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.

- Supervision: Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead).

• Experience with Cadence tools and TSMC processes are preferred

Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of related experience required

Additional Job Description

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is$108,000to$172,800.

As a valued member of our team, you’ll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company’s growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.