Job DescriptionJob Title: IO Layout Engineer
NExperience: 3+ Years
NLocation: Bangalore
NEmployment Type: Full time
NIndustry: Semiconductors / ASIC / VLSI / IO & ESD Design
NJob Summary:
NWe are looking for a highly motivated and experienced IO Layout Engineer to join our custom layout team. The candidate will be responsible for full-custom layout of IO cells, ESD protection structures, and high-voltage interfaces for ASIC/SoC applications in deep submicron and FinFET technologies.
NKey Responsibilities:
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Perform transistor-level custom layout of various types of IO cells including: N
Standard IOs (CMOS, LVTTL, LVCMOS, SSTL, HSTL) N
High-speed and specialty IOs (DDR, USB, PCIe, HDMI, etc.) N
ESD structures, pad rings, and protection circuits N
Work closely with IO circuit designers to interpret schematics and design intent. N
Ensure robust layout practices for: N
ESD compliancen
Latch-up prevention N
Electromigration (EM) N
Voltage isolation and guard ring planning N
Ensure layout meets foundry-specific DRC, LVS,



and antenna rules. N
Run and close physical verification (DRC, LVS, ERC, ANT) using industry-standard tools. N
Participate in floorplanning of IO ring and integration with analog/digital blocks. N
Coordinate with packaging, ESD, and reliability teams to support silicon tapeout. N

nRequired Skills and Experience:
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B.E/B.Tech or M.E/M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or VLSI. N
3+ years of hands-on experience in IO and/or ESD layout. N
Robust understanding ofESD protection concepts and latch-up avoidance. N
Expertise in Cadence Virtuoso for layout design and implementation. N
Experience with DRC/LVStools (Calibre, Assura, PVS). N
Familiarity with advanced process technologies (28nm, 16nm, 7nm, FinFET, etc.). N
Valuable knowledge of layout-dependent effects (LDE), IR drop, and reliability constraints. N
Attention to detail andstrong debugging/problem-solvi

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