IC Layout Design Engineer(Analog/Mixed-Signal)

Job Title: IC Layout Design Engineer(Analog/Mixed-Signal)
Duration: 3+ years
Client: Defense Research Lab
Location: 100% REMOTE Part Time up to 24hr/week

Description:

Designs and develops circuits used in electronic devices. Responsible for layout and mask design, device evaluation and characterization, test box design, prototype construction and checkout, and determination of wafer fabrication processes. Prepares test methods and specifications; analyzes equipment to establish operating data and conducts experimental tests; provides finished device approval; and prepares customer application information.

Background Need:

Group develops custom digital & mixed-signal Readout Integrated Circuits (ROICs) for advanced imager applications. An analog/mixed-signal layout design engineer is needed for implementation of imager circuit building blocks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to.

• Physical layout and verification of integrated circuit building blocks
• Full-chip assembly and top-level verification.
• Use best practices for managing local process variation through layout techniques as well as high-speed digital and RF layout techniques to minimize unwanted parasitic interactions.

Must Have:

• Experience in deep-submicron CMOS layout across technologies including 12-65 nm design nodes in multiple foundries such as Global Foundries, onsemi and Tower Jazz
• Cadence integrated circuit design flow including layout, DRC, LVS and parasitic extraction through the use of Calibre and Assura.
• Proven track record of multiple design tape outs
• Extensive experience in top level floor planning as well as block level design
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills along with strong written/verbal skills are required to support a multi-person design team in an effective way.

Others:

• Clearance: An ACTIVE clearance is required for this role. Do not submit candidates who do not meet this requirement.
• Hours: This position is a part-time role with up to 24hrs a week.
• Work Location: This position is REMOTE. The candidate is able to work remotely from any location. They may be asked to take up to 3+ trips per calendar year to Lexington if the program/project requires it.
• Interview process: 1st round will be a Zoom with the hiring manager. 2nd round will be a Zoom with additional team members as needed.