Mixed Signal IC Layout Designer (YQ-50025706)

Cirrus Logic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Logic is seeking an experienced IC Layout Designer to join our layout team in Austin. You will collaborate with design engineers to complete high-performance mixed-signal CMOS layouts using Cadence Virtuoso XL and Mentor Calibre, ensuring topological accuracy and optimal chip performance.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree in IC layout CAD specialization with 10+ years of hands-on experience and a strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal layout techniques, device matching, ESD, IR

Qualifications

• 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 effects
• Ability to solve design problems using a combination of technical skills, intuition, and creativity
• Proficiency in floor planning activities with block assembly and block-level routing
• LVS trouble-shooting and debug skills
• Proven track record of working in a fast-paced team environment
• Great teammate and works well with others

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

Skills

IC layout

Analog layout

Mixed-signal layout

Floor planning

Block routing

LVS debugging

DFM awareness

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associates Degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD specialization

BS in Electronics Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso XL

Mentor Calibre

Job description

For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutionsfor the world’s top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!

The Role

In this role, 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. Associates Degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD specialization or related program and 10+years of IC layout experience

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 trouble shooting 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

Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.

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.