Principal Analog IC Layout Engineer

Location: Milan

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

• Lead layout execution for complex mixed-signal and power management products.
• Define and drive floorplanning strategies from concept through tape-out.
• Act as a technical reference for layout methodologies, flows and best practices.
• Support critical technical decisions impacting project execution and product quality.

• Drive challenging top-level layout developments.
• Anticipate technical risks and propose mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with design methodologies, quality standards and tape-out requirements.
• Support project planning, reviews and milestone execution.

• Contribute to layout productivity improvements.
• Drive methodology, automation and tool enhancements.
• Promote reuse and standardization across projects and technologies.
• Share knowledge and lessons learned across worldwide teams.

• Collaborate with Design, Verification, Package, Test, Product Engineering, Reliability and Technology teams.
• Support issue resolution across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Mentor and technically guide layout engineers across the organization.

• Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics or Microelectronics.
• Extensive experience in Analog IC Layout development.
• Expert knowledge of Cadence Virtuoso, Calibre and physical verification flows.
• Strong expertise in mixed-signal, BCD and High Voltage technologies.
• Proven experience leading complex top-level layout activities.
• Strong understanding of layout quality, reliability and manufacturability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English.

• Experience with automotive semiconductor products.
• Experience with layout automation and scripting (SKILL, Python, TCL).
• Multi-technology expertise.
• Experience driving methodology improvements across organizations.
• Experience in international R&D organizations.

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NXP is committed to equal pay for equal work and work of equal value and applies fair, consistent and transparent remuneration practices.

As of the date of this posting, the estimated gross annual base salary range for this position in Italy is between 61,000 € and 83,900 € annually. This range is intended as a guideline. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, and specific business or organizational needs. This position falls under the applicable National Collective Labour Agreement (Metalmeccanica Industria). Where relevant, the total compensation package may also include additional elements such as annual incentive opportunities and/or equity, along with a competitive benefits package.

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