IC CAD Engineer

Broadcom Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 127,100 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Paid sick leave and vacation time

Job summary

Broadcom Inc. is seeking a qualified individual for development and support of Analog/Mixed Signal tools in California. The role involves enhancing PDKs, developing software, and collaborating with EDA vendors.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of EDA experience and a Master’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, along with expertise in various CAD tools. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years of EDA experience required.
• Solid background in circuit design, programming, and device physics.
• Ability to work well in a team with strong multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain PDKs and Analog/Mixed-Signal design tools.
• Develop software for automation.
• Create documentation and training for engineers.
• Work with EDA vendors to resolve issues.

Skills

Expertise in CAD Tools: Virtuoso Studio 25.1

Expertise in Cadence Maestro

Expertise in Spectre

Expertise in Virtuoso Layout

Expertise in Quantus QRC

Expertise in Voltus-XFi/EMIR

Expertise in EMX

Expertise in Synopsys Hspice

Expertise in Primesim

Expertise in StarRC

Expertise in Quickcap

Expertise in Mentor Calibre/PERC

Programming skills in Skill

Programming skills in Perl

Programming skills in Unix Shell scripting

Education

Master in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

Broadcom Central Engineering is looking for a qualified individual to provide best‑in‑class development and support for Analog/Mixed Signal tool flows focused on advanced process nodes. The candidate will be hands‑on, heavily involved in day‑to‑day design/layout issues and will also interact with EDA vendors, the PDK development and process technology teams to provide timely solutions, and develop, maintain, and support utilities to improve productivity. If hired, the candidate is expected to be physically located in Broadcom's Irvine, San Diego or San Jose facilities in California.

Responsibilities

• Support (50%), enhance, and maintain PDKs and various Analog/Mixed‑Signal design tools
• Develop software for automation in Skill, Perl, Unix Shell scripting
• Create documentation and provide hands‑on training for design and layout engineers
• Work with EDA vendors to track and resolve issues
• Work with Technology Foundry teams (external/internal) to facilitate debugging and proper characterization of all tool‑related issues

Requirements

• Master in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science + 10 years of EDA experience
• Expertise in CAD Tools: Virtuoso Studio 25.1, Cadence Maestro, Spectre, Virtuoso Layout, Quantus QRC, Voltus‑XFi/EMIR, EMX, Synopsys Hspice, Primesim, StarRC, Quickcap, Mentor Calibre/PERC
• Solid background in programming skills, circuit design, and device physics knowledge to help solve circuit design, layout, physical verification, and post‑layout extraction challenges and problems
• Experience in all phases of CAD tools from evaluation, QA, test, release, and user support to documentation
• Expert in Cadence Skill, Perl, Unix Shell and utilities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, along with strong multi‑tasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team
• Candidate must have the legal right to work in the US

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $127,100 - $226,000. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.