Staff Analog IC Layout Engineer

Elevatesemi; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer Paid Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Performance Bonuses

Free Lunch Catered by Local Restaurants

Private Equity Options

Retirement Plans

Sabbatical Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer Days

Relocation Assistance

Conference Attendance Support

Biweekly Phone Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Elevatesemi is seeking a highly skilled Senior Analog Layout Engineer to develop advanced integrated circuits in San Diego, CA. The role involves physical layout and verification of complex, high-voltage mixed-signal designs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of experience. Benefits include 100% employer-paid health insurance, unlimited PTO, and performance bonuses. The salary range is $120,000–$180,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in analog and mixed-signal IC layout design.
• Strong knowledge of analog CMOS circuits and device physics.
• Solid understanding of the IC design, qualification, and manufacturing lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Performing physical layout of analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits.
• Conducting floorplanning and placement of circuit components.
• Verifying layouts using industry-standard tools for LVS and DRC.

Skills

Analog and mixed-signal IC layout design

Physical layout verification

Collaboration with design engineers

Troubleshooting layout issues

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Cadence

Mentor Graphics

Tanner

Job description

Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Analog Layout Engineer to join our team in developing state‑of‑the‑art integrated circuits (ICs). In this role, you will handle the physical layout and verification of highly complex, high‑voltage, and mixed‑signal solutions using advanced process technologies, ranging from 65 nm CMOS to 100+ V BCD. You will collaborate with a cross‑functional team to optimize silicon design, leveraging mentorship and support from senior engineers to deliver innovative and cost‑effective solutions.

Must be able to work onsite in San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities

• Performing physical layout of analog and mixed‑signal integrated circuits at the block and chip level
• Conducting floorplanning and placement of circuit components to optimize area, performance, and power
• Verifying layouts using industry‑standard tools for LVS (Layout vs. Schematic) and DRC (Design Rule Checking) to ensure compliance with process design rules
• Collaborating closely with design engineers to understand circuit specifications and ensure layout accuracy
• Working with cross‑functional teams, including digital design and packaging, to optimize overall chip performance
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to layout verification and manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in analog and mixed‑signal IC layout design
• Strong knowledge of analog CMOS circuits and device physics fundamentals
• Solid understanding of the IC design, qualification, and manufacturing lifecycle
• Hands‑on experience with industry‑standard EDA tools for analog and mixed‑signal design (e.g., Cadence, Mentor Graphics, Tanner)
• Proficiency in performing LVS and DRC verification using Cadence or Mentor tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Layout experience with STI high voltage (100 V+) BCD and LDMOS processes
• Layout experience with mixed voltage (multiple supply rails, 6 or more) domains
• Layout experience with high‑speed multi‑Gbps circuits
• Layout experience in ultra‑high accuracy and precision circuits
• Layout experience with high resolution data converters
• Layout experience with BiCMOS process technology
• Programming and scripting ability, particularly in SKILL and Calibre scripts, is a strong plus

Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonuses
• Free Lunch Catered in by Local Restaurants
• Private Equity Options
• Retirement Plans
• Sabbatical Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer Days
• Relocation Assistance
• Conference Attendance Support
• Biweekly Phone Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program

The salary range for this role is $120,000–$180,000.00.

Please note: While a salary range is provided, the final compensation will depend on your experience, skill set, and how well you are able to highlight your background throughout the interview process.