Analog Layout Engineer

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company located in Austin, Texas is seeking a skilled Analog Layout Engineer to shape the next generation of systems-on-chip (SOCs). This role involves designing and verifying custom analog and mixed-signal layouts while collaborating closely with circuit designers. Candidates should possess a strong background in analog layout design, programming, and AI/ML techniques to innovate and enhance efficiency in product development. A BS in Engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in relevant industry experience.
• Expertise in deep submicron CMOS circuits.
• Experience with FinFET technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with circuit designers and use advanced AI-powered tools.
• Optimize performance by crafting custom analog and mixed-signal layouts.
• Plan and coordinate layout tradeoffs and manage design-verification tools.

Skills

Analog/mixed-signal layout design experience

Programming/scripting in SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, Python

Familiarity with Machine Learning

Expertise in analog layout design

Communication skills

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Cadence Innovus

Job description

Join Apple's Silicon Engineering Group (SEG) and be at the forefront of shaping the next generation of Apple's systems-on-chip (SOCs)! Our SOCs, featuring multi-billion transistors, are the heart of iconic devices like iPhones, iPads, and Macs. We're seeking a highly skilled Analog Layout Engineer to contribute to the evolution of Analog/Mixed-Signal (AMS) circuits, covering SerDes, PLLs, and sensors, with a focus on automation and leveraging AI/ML techniques for improved design and efficiency.

Description

As a Senior Layout Lead, you’ll play a crucial role in translating design concepts into silicon, collaborating closely with circuit designers, and using advanced tools, including AI-powered CAD solutions. You will craft sophisticated custom analog and mixed-signal layouts that optimize the performance of world-class products, review floor plans, analyze intricate circuits, and run full suites of design-verification tools. In this dynamic environment, you’ll plan and coordinate layout tradeoffs, interpret LVS/DRC/ERC reports to drive timely and high-quality closure, and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver next-generation SOCs. You’ll also identify and implement opportunities for automation, developing scripts, creating efficient workflows, and exploring AI/ML techniques, to continually enhance layout quality, efficiency, and innovation.This job is right for you if you are a self-motivated engineer passionate about working with cutting-edge technology. You want to accelerate career growth, thrive in a results-oriented environment, and contribute to the development of revolutionary Apple products. The roles include crafting upcoming products, challenging oneself, and broadening skills in a dynamic, innovative work culture.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal layout design, with a focus on deep submicron CMOS circuits and at least 3+ years in FinFET technologies.
• Strong programming/scripting knowledge in SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, and/or Python. Emphasis on using these skills for layout automation and data analysis.
• Familiar with Machine Learning and AI concepts and their application to layout optimization, verification, and design space exploration.
• Demonstrated ability to automate layout tasks and workflows using scripting and other tools.
• Experience with AI/ML tools and techniques for layout optimization and analysis is a significant plus.
• Proven expertise in implementing analog layout designs, achieving tight matching, low noise, and low power consumption.
• Must recognize failure-prone circuit and layout structures, have experience with analog and DFM best practices, and be able to identify the best approach to solving problems.
• High proficiency in custom and standard cell-based floor-planning and hierarchical layout assembly.
• Technical understanding of IR drop, RC delay, electromigration, self-heating, and coupling capacitance.
• High proficiency in interpreting physical verification reports (DRC, ERC, LVS, etc.).
• Experience using Cadence Virtuoso's advanced features (XL, EAD, APR, and Constraint Manager).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Cadence Innovus, CAD Automation experience, PCell creation experience.

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