Roles and responsibilities:
Frame the layout schedule, effort estimation, risk and mitigation plan of layout activities for all layout engineers in the project

Work closely with designers to understand the architecture and key requirements for the IC

Strike right balance of area, performance and schedule during layout development by collaborating with design, packaging and process teams

Work closely with Process development team to carry out PDK, P-cell and Design rule updates

Work closely with Packaging engineer to develop custom lead-frames for various packages

Analysis and closure of Electro Migration, Thermal gradients, ESD/LU performance and layout parasitic

Routinely develop test vehicles for recent process & package technology development

Mentor and guide junior layout engineers/contract engineers, review their work and provide feedback to meet the quality and schedule norms

Responsible for the final layout which meets the design expectations and layout checklist.

Identify improvements needed in process/ quality/ cycle time and take up necessary initiatives





Qualifications

Knowledge and skills:
Full chip layout experience from definition through release of IC to production

Solid LVS, DRC, ERC, and antenna debug skills

Proficient in analog and mixed-signal layout techniques and verification process including Device Matching, Power Bus design, avoiding Cross-talk, ESD/LU protection techniques

Good understanding about all layout parasitics (R, C, diodes, BJTs)

Positive understanding of device physics and semiconductor fabrication process

Must have worked on some of the Technologies like: 40nm, 65nm, 90nm, 130nm, 180nm, BiCMOS, BCD

Should be well versed with tools such as Virtuoso XL/Assura /PVS/Voltas

Ability to quickly ramp up on new tools/ process and mentor LEs

Experience in automation/ SKILL coding for reducing cycle time/ quality checks will be an added advantage

Requires excellent teamwork, good communication, strong problem-solving and docume

📌 Layout Engineer (Bengaluru)
🏢 Texas Instruments
📍 Bengaluru