- Contribute to the development and enhancement of layout design methodologies and best practices.
- Work closely with different function design leaders to understand/enhance processes and help to enhance methodology.
- Collaborate with internal infrastructure teams on compute grid, storage management, and job scheduling architecture, efficiency, maintenance, and forecasting.
- Understanding CAD infrastructure and methodology will help to set up project environments.
- Contribute to enhancing quality assurance methodology by adding more quality checks/gatings.
- Front End development process understanding and support internal tools development and automation to help improve productivity across ASIC design cycles.
- Work with design engineers on new tools/technology and new features evaluation and adoption.
- Perform physical verification and design rule checks to ensure design integrity and manufacturability.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and advancements in A&MS layout design.
- Understanding of tools like VC Spyglass, Verdi, & views like SDF, Liberty, etc., and other frontend views will add value to this position.
- Writing RTL Code and TCL is a good addition.
The Impact You Will Have:
- Enhance layout design methodologies and best practices, contributing to the overall quality and efficiency of the design process.
- Improve project forecasting capabilities by leveraging advanced monitoring and scheduling techniques.
- Boost productivity across ASIC design cycles through the development and automation of internal tools.
- Ensure design integrity and manufacturability through meticulous physical verification and design rule checks.
- Stay at the forefront of industry advancements, bringing the latest trends and technologies into Synopsys design practices.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, driving innovation and continuous improvement in design methodologies.
What You ll Need:
- Bachelor s or master s degree in engineering or a related field.
- 2 to 3+ years of experience in A&MS frontend and backend views & collaterals development flows.
- Proficiency in industry-standard EDA tools, such as Cadence Virtuoso or Synopsys Custom Compiler.
- Exceptional knowledge of layout design methods, techniques, and methodologies.
- Experience with physical verification tools, such as Calibre or Assura.
- Understanding of semiconductor process technologies and their impact on layout design.
- Excellent problem-solving and systematic skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Familiarity with Synopsys Tool set (such as FC/ICC2, Primetime, Formality, ICV).
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
