Staff Software Engineer (Semiconductor Process and Device Simulation)

Siemens EDA (Siemens Digital Industries Software); San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Global team

Job summary

Siemens EDA invites a Software Developer and Researcher to join the Calibre R&D team in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will tackle high-performance numerical algorithms and distributed computing to advance semiconductor process and device simulations.

The ideal candidate has a PhD (or MS + 5+ years) with strong C/C++, Python, CUDA, MPI experience and a track record in AI/ML applications for accelerated problem solving. Hybrid-work opportunities are available in the SF Bay Area.

Qualifications

• PhD (or MS + 5+ years) in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or Engineering with expertise in scientific computing and HPC.
• Experience with distributed processing, MPI, GPU acceleration, CUDA ecosystems.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python; AI/ML applications in problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize Calibre semiconductor process/device simulations.
• Collaborate with global researchers to advance high-fidelity models and tools.
• Contribute to scalable HPC algorithms and GPU-accelerated implementations.

Skills

High-performance computing

C/C++

CUDA

Python

MPI

GPU acceleration

Numerical algorithms

PDE solvers

Computational geometry

Monte Carlo

Education

PhD in CS/Engineering

MS + 5 years experience

Tools

MPI

CUDA toolkit

Job description

Siemens EDA is a global technology leader in Electronic Design Automation software. Our software tools enable companies around the world to develop highly innovative electronic products faster and more cost-effectively. Our customers use our tools to push the boundaries of technology and physics to deliver better products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board, and system design.

Software Developer and Researcher, Semiconductor Process and Device Simulator

Join theCalibre™R&D Team at Siemens EDA

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher and software developer, preferably with expertise in high-performance scientific computing (numerical algorithms, linear/PDE solvers, computational geometry, distributed processing, multi-threading and GPU acceleration, etc) to solve complex physical systems.

About Us

The Calibre™ family of tools is the industry leader in EDA/CAD solutions for semiconductor manufacturing, enabling simulations and diagnostics from the transistor to the package level. As the semiconductor industry continues its rapid growth, there is a critical demand for high-fidelity modeling and high-throughput numerical simulations to support the production of stable, high-volume chips at advanced technology nodes.

In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with industry leaders to develop groundbreaking tools that accelerate semiconductor manufacturing and device performance study at the most advanced nodes (logic 2/1.4/1.0/0.7nm and beyond, 3D NAND, 6/4F2 DRAM, and 3DIC packaging). Our solutions will deliver significant performance gains over conventional approaches, essential for supporting high-volume manufacturing and the agile turnaround times our customers demand.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following education and experience:

Education & Background

• PhD (or MS + 5+ years of research/industry experience) in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, etc.), with expertise in: oScientific computing:Numerical algorithms (FEM/FD/FVM/BEM), eigen/linear/PDE solvers, convex optimization, computational geometry, computer graphics, advanced statistical methods (Monte Carlo sampling), etc. oHigh-performance computing:Distributed processing, Message Parsing Interface (MPI), GPU acceleration, CUDA ecosystems. oSW/Programming skills:Proficiency in C/C++, CUDA, Python, Code Copilot oAI/ML applications:Leveraging AI/ML to accelerate problem solving processes. oSemiconductor knowledge(preferred but not required): Basic semiconductor process (photolithography, etch, deposition, Epitaxy, CMP) and semiconductor device physics.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for tackling complex computational challenges.
• Ability to estimate software development tasks accurately and deliver on schedule.
• Open and collaborative team mindset.

Locations

Preferred at (US) San Francisco Bay Area, (TW) Hsinchu Area, (JP) Hokkaido or Tokyo Area, (KR) Seoul Area and Hybrid-mode

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday

$90,000 $162,000