Senior Engineer I - Analog CAD Automation

Alphawave Semi enables tomorrow’s future by accelerating the critical data communication at the heart of our digital world – from seamless video streaming to AI to the metaverse and much more. Our technology powers product innovation in the most data-demanding industries today, including data centers, networking, storage, artificial intelligence, 5G wireless infrastructure, and autonomous vehicles. Customers partner with us for mission-critical data communication, our innovative technologies, and our proven track record. Together, we enable the next generation of digital technology.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for PDK evaluation, setup, customization, and flows definition
• Drive and implement specific Custom Design Automation flows such as • Schematic entry, Layout design - color aware and DPT/MPT • Parasitic Extraction for transistor level flow
• Device Modeling and Simulation environment in Synopsys' Custom Compiler PrimeSim XA circuit simulators
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in physical verification – DRC, LVS, and DFM checks
• Knowledge of Electrical verification like EMIR, ERC, PERC
• Knowledge of Analog cell characterization
• Knowledge of Reliability Verification
• Drive Interfacing between Digital and Analog/Mixed signal methodologies.
• . Develop Custom flows automation, rule deck customizations, improve productivity and efficiency.
• Train, Deployment and support of Automation flows to Design teams
• Debug flow issues and testcases from Design teams for Simulation, LVS, DRC, EMIR, post layout simulation.
• Assist Tapeouts, final chip finishing runs, interface across foundry/customer for rulesets etc.
• will report to Manager IP Modelling Team.

What You'll Need:

• Must possess a minimum Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering or a related program
• Must possess 4 to 8 years of work experience in a CAD Automation engineer role.
• Experience with different Technology nodes (7nm, 5nm, 4nm, 3nm, etc)
• Experience with the different foundries (TSMC, SAMSUNG, etc) and design techniques.

Good to have:

• Good knowledge of Analog/Mixed-signal Design and Development in Synopsys/Cadence Design environment.
• Good knowledge of EDA Tools and Methodologies in Analog/Mixed Signal Design and Development.
• Experience with standards and formats like Spice, CDL, LEF, DEF, Verilog, SPEF, GDS, OA, LIB, etc.
• Good knowledge of scripting skills – TCL, Python, C-Shell scripts, PERL, etc.
• Good knowledge of Data management aspects using Git/ SVN/ICManage / Cliosoft / Perforce / Methodics / etc.
• Good knowledge of 14nm/10nm/7nm/5nm/4nm/3nm finfet technologies
• Good knowledge of Deep Submicron Issues/technologies ( < 45 nm technology)
• Understanding of Job submission and monitoring is a plus
• Understanding of tool License features and license administration is a plus

"Hybrid work environment"

As part of our commitment to the well-being and satisfaction of our employees, we have designed a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Great compensation package
• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
• Hybrid Working Model
• Provisions to pursue advanced education from Premium Institute, eLearning content providers
• Medical Insurance and a cohort of Wellness Benefits
• Educational Assistance
• Advance Loan Assistance
• Office lunch & Snacks Facility

Diversity & Inclusivity

Alphawave Semi is based in one of the most diverse countries in the world. This includes differences related to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender expression and presentation, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability and socioeconomic status. To us, diversity is one of our strongest assets to our organization. We commit ourselves to promoting the recognition and appreciation of our diverse and rich culture. We believe it is critical to our success to promote freedom of thought and opinion in a respectful environment. Our decisions are rooted in respectfully considering each other’s thoughts and opinions and working towards a greater common goal.

Accommodation

Alphawave Semi is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Indigenous People, and persons with disabilities. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. If, as a qualified job applicant, you request an accommodation, Alphawave Semi will consult with you to provide reasonable accommodations according to your specific needs. If you wish to make a request, you will be provided an opportunity if you’re application is selected to proceed in our hiring process.