Senior IC Layout Engineer

Insight Global; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Analog/RF Layout Engineer to develop custom physical layouts for high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor designs in Irvine, CA. The role focuses on translating schematics into DRC/LVS-clean layouts while collaborating with circuit designers on floorplanning, device matching, and power optimization.

The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on Cadence Virtuoso, Virtuoso VXL, and Mentor Calibre experience, and a track record in advanced FinFET

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience or MS with 6+ years of experience.
• Experience with custom analog and high-speed circuit layout including TX/RX, SerDes, PLL or similar IP.
• Hands-on experience with Cadence Virtuoso and Virtuoso VXL for custom IC layout.
• Experience with Mentor Calibre for DRC/LVS verification and physical sign-off.
• Layout experience with advanced FinFET process nodes.

Responsibilities

• Translate analog, mixed-signal, and high-speed circuit schematics into production-ready physical layouts.
• Own custom IP and top-level layouts from floorplanning through tape-out and sign-off.
• Perform precision device matching and critical-net routing for high-frequency performance.
• Partner with circuit designers on floorplanning, power/ground architecture, and parasitic optimization.
• Run DRC/LVS verification using Cadence and Calibre tools.
• Develop layouts on advanced FinFET nodes addressing geometry and physical-design constraints.
• Support top-level integration and silicon tape-out readiness.

Skills

Analog/layout design

High-speed circuit layout

Floorplanning & tape-out

Problem solving & cross-functional

Device matching & parasitics

Layout verification & sign-off

IP block integration

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or related field

MS in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Virtuoso VXL

Mentor Calibre

Job description

Location: Irvine, CA (relocation offered)

Pay Range: $109,700 - $175,500 base + RSUs, bonuses, and benefits

Role Type: Permanent

Required Skills and Experience:

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience, or MS with 6+ years of related experience
• Extensive experience with custom analog and high-speed circuit layout, including TX, RX, SerDes, PLL, or similar IP
• Strong hands-on experience with Cadence Virtuoso and Virtuoso VXL for custom IC layout
• Experience with Mentor Calibre for DRC/LVS verification and physical sign-off
• Proven layout experience with advanced FinFET process nodes
• Strong understanding of analog layout fundamentals, including device matching, critical-net routing, parasitics, and power/ground architecture
• Experience taking custom IP blocks through floorplanning, layout, verification, integration, and tape-out
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate analog, mixed-signal, and high-speed circuit schematics into production-ready physical layouts
• Own custom IP and top-level layouts from initial floorplanning through final tape-out and sign-off
• Perform precision device matching and critical-net routing to meet high-frequency circuit performance requirements
• Partner with circuit designers on floorplanning, power/ground architecture, layout strategy, and parasitic optimization
• Run and resolve DRC/LVS verification using Cadence and Calibre tools
• Develop layouts on advanced FinFET technology nodes while addressing complex geometry, routing, and physical-design constraints
• Support top-level integration, project scheduling, and physical-design readiness for silicon tape-out

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Analog/RF Layout Engineer to develop custom physical layouts for high-speed analog and mixed-signal semiconductor designs. This engineer will translate circuit schematics into DRC/LVS-clean layouts while partnering closely with circuit designers on floorplanning, device matching, critical-net routing, power architecture, and parasitic optimization. The role will own custom IP and top-level blocks from initial floorplanning through verification, integration, and tape-out. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with high-speed circuits such as TX, RX, SerDes, and PLL designs. Strong hands-on expertise with Cadence Virtuoso, Virtuoso VXL, Mentor Calibre, and advanced FinFET process nodes is required.