IC Layout (FINFET) Designer

Post Date

Apr 02, 2024

Location

Austin,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

78721
US
Sep 14, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

PXS-694635

Pay Rate

$88k - $132k (estimate)

Job Description

The Role

Reporting to the VP of Engineering, and based in our Austin, Texas location, the IC Layout Design Engineer will work closely with circuit designers to generate topological layouts of high-performance, cutting-edge memory products.

Specific responsibilities will include:

· Work closely with circuit designers to complete the physical layout and verification of high-performance analog/mixed-signal CMOS Integrated Circuits using Cadence Virtuoso XL Layout and PVS Verification tools in FinFET technologies.

· Use problem solving skills, experience, and creativity to layout circuits that meet size, schedule, and performance specifications while meeting FinFET technology rules. .

· Run physical design verification tools to debug, improve, and verify layout blocks.

· Collaborate with fellow team members on continuous improvement opportunities in the flow, layout techniques, and design methodologies.

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Required Skills & Experience

Qualifications & competencies

· Associates or higher degree in Electronic/IC layout CAD specialization or related program.

· 5+ years experience in IC layout design in FinFET technology node.

· Strong understanding of layout fundamentals and best practices.

· Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing process and DFM techniques.

· Must be knowledgeable with CAD tools like Cadence Virtuoso XL, PVS/Calibre.

· Proficient at debugging/fixing LVS/DRC errors.

· Experience with synthesis/advanced place & route tools (Innovus) is a plus.

· Must be familiar with Cadence Design Environment (CDE) and Unix OS.

· Programming knowledge in SKILL is a plus.

· Must have strong communication skills and be a team player.

· Unquestionable ethics treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity.

· Commitment to our core values of Leadership, Innovation, Communication, Persistence, Enthusiasm, and Respect.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

· Occasionally required to stand.

· Occasionally required to walk.

· Continually required to sit.

· Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.

· Continually required to talk or hear.

· Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.

· Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pound

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.