PMU Analog Layout Designer

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 264,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted Apple products

Educational expense reimbursement

Bonuses or commissions

Relocation assistance

Employee stock programs

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA, is seeking a layout engineer for the PMU team. You will work on high-performance analog IPs and complex chip layouts, collaborating with analog/digital design, integration, CAD, and engineering teams.

You will interpret LVS/DRC/ERC reports, optimize layouts for matching, area, and power, and use advanced CAD tools to produce robust layouts in SubMicron CMOS technologies. A BS and 3+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• BS in EE or related field with 3+ years industry experience.
• Analog/mixed-signal layout design experience.
• Experience with SubMicron CMOS technologies.
• Ability to interpret Calibre, DRC, LVS, ERC reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule layout work with circuit design teams.
• Identify failure-prone circuits and layout structures.
• Run design verification tools at mega-cell and chip levels.
• Interpret LVS/DRC/ERC reports to optimize layouts.
• Deliver robust layouts meeting matching, area and power targets.
• Utilize CAD tools and mask design knowledge.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Hardware teamwork

Scripting (PERL)

Education

BS in EE or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Calibre

Mentor Graphics

Cadence

LVS/DRC/ERC tools

SKILL/ PERL

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

The PMU team is looking for qualified, motivated layout engineers from a variety of skill levels. We are a fast-growing and highly diverse group. With an employee-friendly schedule, we are in charge of both all high-performance analog IPs and building complex chip levels integral to the function of Apple's world-class products. You will become a member of a team that not only provides an environment optimal for the refinement of engineering abilities, but also promotes passion, creativity, and collaboration. Since we believe multiple perspectives and input sources are integral to innovation and invention, we highly value diversity and equal opportunities for all members. As you work with our stellar analog and digital design teams and with members of integration, CAD, and circuit- and technology- engineering, you will find our team to be a highly dynamic work environment with endless learning opportunities.

Description

• Working with circuit design team to plan/schedule work and negotiate any necessary layout trade-offs as needed to build complex analog layout in deep SubMicron CMOS technologies.
• Recognize failure prone circuit and layout structures.
• Running complete set of design verification tools available on Mega-cell level (also on chip level).
• Interpreting LVS, DRC and ERC reports to find the fastest way to complete layout.
• Exceeding engineering specifications and expectations by working closely with the circuit design teams.
• Utilizing advanced CAD tools and mask design knowledge to deliver correct and robust layout that meet stringent matching performance, area and power requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant experience in analog/mixed-signal layout design of SubMicron CMOS circuits.
• Experience building tight matching, low capacitance, low power analog blocks, resistors, capacitors, high voltage devices, pad IOs, ESD structures, etc.
• Experience with custom and standard cell based floor planning and hierarchical layout assembly.
• Understanding of IR drop, RC delay, electro-migration, self-heating and cross capacitance.
• Looking for relevant experience with analog and DFM practices.
• Experience in PMU and chip level layout is highly preferred.
• Scripting experience in PERL or SKILL CODE is considered a plus
• Excellent communication skills and able to work with multi-functional teams.
• Proficiency in interpretation of Calibre, DRC, ERC, LVS, etc. reports.
• Knowledge of MENTOR GRAPHICS or CADENCE layout tools.
• Master's Degree preferred.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $144,600 and $263,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.
Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple also offers:

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• retirement benefits
• a range of discounted products and free services
• reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition
• discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• relocation
• Apple shareholder programs via participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs
• Apple's discretionary restricted stock unit awards and discounted stock purchase plan

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