Job Description:Role:Responsible for the interface between Lattice engineering and external foundries to enable successful process adoption and on-time tape-out. Ensure PDK readiness, and ensure alignment between internal EDA, design teams, and foundry requirements.
Key responsibilities:- Serve as the primary technical interface to foundries, driving technical alignment, issue resolution, and escalations
- Partner with EDA teams on procurement, validation, and rollout of PDKs, models, and technology collateral
- Ensure design and signoff flows align with foundry requirements (DRC/LVS, EM/IR, ESD, SI/PI, reliability, etc.)
- Own device test structure definition and support silicon characterization to validate process assumptions
- Establish and scale processes for managing technology collateral, documentation, and design methodology consistency across programs
Qualifications:Required- BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 10+ years in semiconductor technology and foundry interfacing roles
- Deep understanding of advanced process nodes and device physics
- Proven ability to work with external partners (foundry, EDA, and IP vendors)
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Preferred- Direct experience with TSMC and Samsung foundry ecosystems
- Strong understanding of CAD/EDA flows (PDK, reliability, ESD, EM/IR, SI/PI, etc.)
- Experience supporting tape-out and silicon validation across multiple nodes
Pay & BenefitsConsistent with Lattice Semiconductor values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline, and our compensation range reflects the cost of labor in the U.S. geographic market based on the location of the role. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience.
For candidates who receive and offer, the starting salary will vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, such qualifications as, skill level, competencies, and work location. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee.
Base Pay Range211200
In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity. In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!
Additional Information:This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in the United States.