Senior Analog Layout Designer

OLIX

$135K — $160K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in Analog Layout Design
  • 3+ years with TSMC FinFET processes (2nm to 5nm)
  • Experience with major layout macros (ADC, DAC, etc.)
  • Expertise in block floor-planning and integration
  • Proficient in LVS/ERC/DRC/Density verifications
  • Knowledge of Cadence Virtuoso and Calibre tools
  • Familiarity with scripting languages like SKILL, TCL, and Python

Responsibilities

  • Create layouts for RX/TX lane macros
  • Support lane-level integration
  • Conduct EM/IR analysis
  • Run and debug layout verifications
  • Ensure device matching and noise isolation
  • Oversee clock distribution and power grid implementation
  • Manage tape-out and revision-controlled design libraries

Benefits

  • Meaningful stock options for ownership
  • Annual Living-Local Bonus for short commutes
  • Employer-contributed retirement plans for long-term security
Full Job Description
Role

As a Senior Analog Layout Designer, you will be working to create layouts for RX/TX lane macros and support lane-level integration.

Skills and Experience
  • 7+ years of Analog Layout Design experience
  • Understanding of the Semiconductor Fabrication process and device/layout cross-sections
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with the following TSMC FinFET processes: 2nm, 3nm, 4nm, 5nm
  • Several tape-outs with FinFET processes, owning major layout macros (ADC, DAC, TIA, CDR, PLL, BGB, LDO)
  • Expert-level knowledge of block/macro floor-planning, block integration, routing, clock distribution, and power grid implementation
  • Expert-level knowledge of layout considerations for device matching, symmetry, parasitic reduction, and noise isolation
  • Expert-level knowledge of running and debugging LVS/ERC/DRC/Density/DFM/Antenna verifications
  • Expert-level knowledge of EM/IR analysis
  • Expert-level knowledge of Cadence Virtuoso and Calibre/Pegasus verification tools
  • Understanding of ESDs and Clamps, and their layout considerations
  • Understanding of layout effects such as LOD/OSE/PSE/WPE/MBE/LDE
  • Experience with lane integration and tape out versifications
  • Experience working with revision-controlled design libraries
  • Good communication skills
  • Knowledge of SKILL, TCL, and Python scripting is a plus


Compensation & Equity
  • Competitive Salary: Commensurate with your experience, skills, and location
  • Equity & Ownership: Meaningful stock options. You're not just joining the mission; you're owning a piece of it
  • Proximity Bonus: We value your time. To minimise your commute and maximise your life, we offer an annual Living-Local Bonus if your residence is within 20 minutes of the office
  • Retirement Benefits: Employer-contributed retirement plans to help you build long-term financial security

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