I.C. Layout Designer - Mixed Signal (YQ-50022405)

Cirrus Logic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Logic is seeking a skilled IC Layout Engineer to contribute to the layout and verification of high-performance mixed-signal CMOS Integrated Circuits. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience and an Associates Degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD specialization.

This role emphasizes solving layout design issues, effective collaboration with design engineering, and proficiency in the use of Cadence and Mentor tools.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IC layout experience is required.
• Proficiency in floor planning activities.
• Ability to solve design problems using technical skills and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Solve layout design issues.
• Work closely with design engineers for efficiency.
• Design analog & mixed-signal layouts.

Skills

Layout design

Collaboration

Analog circuitry

Troubleshooting

Education

Associates Degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD specialization

BS Degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso XL

Mentor's Calibre

Job description

What you'll do

In this position, you will work closely with design engineering to complete the layout and verification of high-performance mixed-signal CMOS Integrated Circuits using Cadence Virtuoso XL and Mentor’s Calibre tools, and work with circuit engineers to generate topological layouts to ensure optimal circuit performance.

Responsibilities

• Solving layout design issues and applying proactive intervention
• Proactively work with design engineers to achieve efficient circuit performance
• Design analog & mixed-signal layouts
• Understand device matching techniques
• Understand signal conditioning/protection techniques
• Strong collaboration skills, including written and verbal communication
• Outstanding layout planning and integration skills
• Experience in routing at the block level and chip top-level using assisted/automated tools

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Associates Degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD specialization or related program and 10+ years of IC layout experience
• Ability to layout analog circuitry in a size/time constrained environment
• Understand layout techniques such as common centroid, matching, isolation, shielding, and the use of dummy devices
• Solid understanding of ESD, Latch-up, STI, WPE, electro-migration, IR drop, cross‑coupling capacitance, DFM, and Antenna effect
• Ability to solve design problems while using a combination of technical skills, intuition, and creativity
• Proficiency in floor planning activities with block assembly, and block‑level routing
• LVS troubleshooting and debug skills
• Proven track record of working in a fast‑paced team‑oriented environment
• Great teammate and works well with others

Preferred Skills

• BS Degree in Electronics Engineering or related program
• Comfortable with multiple IC design CAD tools and foundry PDKs
• Demonstrated ability to contribute ideas for improved efficiency and automation of layout tasks
• Knowledge of analog, digital, and mixed‑signal fundamentals

Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job‑related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.