Analog Layout Engineer
Cupertino, California, United States
Hardware
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The team is searching for a self-motivating, engineer for the role of Analog Layout Designer. As a member of the Analog Layout team, we will be working on the leading-edge technology nodes to build best-in-class custom analog designs used to connect our world-class products to the world as well as optimizing their performance.
You will become part of a development team that cultivates engineering excellence, creativity and innovation. Collaboration across teams is a key component of success at Apple. The right candidate will thrive in that type of environment. Dynamic, smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here.
Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple products?
Key Qualifications
- Typically requires more than 8 years of experience in analog/mixed-signal layout design of deep sub-micron CMOS circuits
- Experience implementing analog layouts to achieve tight matching, low noise, and low power consumption. Layouts may include analog blocks, resistors, capacitors, pad IOs, ESD structures, etc.
- High level of proficiency in custom and standard cell based floor-planning and hierarchical layout assembly.
- Must understand techniques for managing IR drop, RC delay, electromigration, self heating and coupling capacitance.
- Must recognize failure prone circuit and layout structures, have experience with analog and DFM best practices, and proactively work with circuit designer to identify the best approach to solving problems.
- High level proficiency in interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, ERC, LVS, etc. reports.
- Knowledge of MENTOR GRAPHICS or CADENCE layout tools.
- Scripting skills in PERL or SKILL are considered a plus, but not required.
- Excellent communication skills and able to work with cross-functional teams.
Description
As a member of the Analog Layout team you will be responsible to deliver fully-verified, clean layout, this includes the following:
- Designing complex layout for mixed signal, and analog circuits in deep sub-micron CMOS technologies.
- Reviewing and analyzing floorplans and complex circuits with circuit designers.
- Running complete set of design verification tools available on AMS blocks.
- Working with circuit design team to plan/schedule work and negotiate any necessary layout tradeoffs as needed.
- Interpreting LVS, DRC and ERC reports to find the fastest way to complete layout.
- Exceeding engineering specifications and expectations by working closely with the circuit design team.
- Utilizing advanced CAD tools and mask design knowledge to deliver correct and robust layout that meet stringent matching performance, area and power requirements.
Education & Experience
BS degree in technical discipline with minimum 10 years of relevant experience.