Job Description

About the job - Analog Layout Engineer.

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 new 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

Knowledge And Skills

• Full chip layout experience from definition through release of IC to production
• Strong 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)
• Valuable understanding of device physics and semiconductor fabrication process
• Must have worked on some of the Technologies like: 40nm, 65nm, 90nm, 130nm, 180nm, BiCMOS
• 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 team

📌 Layout Engineer (Bengaluru)
🏢 Texas Instruments India
📍 Bengaluru