Quantum PDK Engineer - Cryogenic ICs & Modeling

GLOBALFOUNDRIES U.S. INC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Quantum PDK Design Enablement engineer to drive PDK development for quantum device platforms, including cryogenic electronics, modeling, and EDA integration. The role emphasizes hands-on execution, automation, and cross-functional collaboration across device engineering, process, and design teams.

You will contribute to test structures, model validation, and release documentation, ensuring production-ready design collateral for scalable quantum systems.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering or related field required
• 5-6+ years in semiconductor design enablement or EDA
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor device physics
• Experience with Cadence Virtuoso or similar tools
• Scripting (Python, Tcl, Perl) and Unix/Linux
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and maintain PDKs for quantum devices and cryogenic control/readout ICs
• Create device libraries and parameterized cells (PCells)
• Support compact model development and silicon validation
• Integrate PDKs within EDA environments and automate fab processes
• Design test structures and test chips; validate model accuracy
• Develop QA workflows and release validation; ensure high-quality deliveries
• Collaborate cross-functionally with device, process, integration, and EDA teams
• Contribute ideas for IP and advanced enablement methodologies

Skills

Electrical engineering

Microelectronics

Python scripting

Unix/Linux

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

PCells / SKILL

EDA tools

Job description

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Quantum PDK Design Enablement engineer to drive PDK development for quantum device platforms, including cryogenic electronics, modeling, and EDA integration. The role emphasizes hands-on execution, automation, and cross-functional collaboration across device engineering, process, and design teams.

You will contribute to test structures, model validation, and release documentation, ensuring production-ready design collateral for scalable quantum systems.