MTS - Design Enablement (PDK, Pcell developer)

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Introduction:

As a Design Enablement Engineer, you will be a member of the Design Enablement Team responsible for developing design components for Process Design Kits (PDK).

Your Job:

• Developing design components for Device library of PDKs

• Develop, deploy, support, maintain, PDK (Process Design Kits) Collection of tech files and runtime code readable by Electronic Design Automation tools

• Develop, deploy, support, maintain automation tools that represents the Fab process

• Review and interpret process design rules and SPICE model documents, in order to create specification data for the Process Design Kit development.

• Create and maintain test cases for Company's Process Design Kits / DRC / LVS and perform quality assurance checks to ensure error free deliveries to customers.

• Create and update release notes and application notes, and to document any known limitations, issues, and solutions, in order to communicate relevant information on proper usage of the Process Design Kit components to customers.

• This position also offers the opportunity to work with an established group of innovators and the potential for you to become an inventor through contributing creative ideas that can lead to trade secrets and/or patents.

Other Responsibilities: 

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent

• 6 years' experience in semiconductor and/or EDA industries.

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent preferred

• Good knowledge of electronic devices and semiconductor theory.

• Experience with CAD systems in Electronics (Cadence IC, Cadence OrCAD, Protel or similar).

• Experience with scripting languages (Perl, Tcl, Bash...) is a plus.

• Exposure to Cadence IC (Virtuoso Layout, Schematic or Cadence Skill programming language) is a great advantage.

• Previous experience with Unix/Linux systems is also a plus.

• Knowledge in ML or GenAI is a great advantage

• Knowledge in Cadence Skill and pcell development

• Excellent technical problem-solving skills.

• Good attitude and interpersonal skills, tactful and works well in a team environment.

• Self-motivated, resourceful and shows initiative.

• Well organized and exhibits attention to detail.

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.