Senior Analog IC Layout Engineer

ADI - Analog Devices

Limerick, Ireland

The Position:

The ATE/SMX team are currently seeking an Analog/Mixed signal IC layout engineer to work as part of our global design team to deliver system level solutions meeting the challenges of the rapidly growing ATE market as the demand for testing capability intensifies driven by the electrification megatrend.

The successful candidate will be working on cutting edge new products with exposure to the full range of precision technology spanning converters, references, amplifiers and switches.

Main Responsibilities:

Take responsibility/ownership for layout of full chip designs and large-scale sub blocks, including scheduling, floorplanning, verification and tapeout;
Work collaboratively with the design team and support teams (foundry, assembly, reliability, failure analysis etc.) to achieve the desired product performance and quality.

Qualifications/Experience:

The ideal candidate should have a strong knowledge of Electronics, be self-motivated, willing to accept responsibility and show initiative in identifying and solving challenging technical problems;
Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent;
Ideally have 3+ years of experience of full custom IC Layout specializing in analog/mixed-signal electronics;
Experience in use of Cadence Virtuoso including proficiency in use of VXL;
High proficiency in interpretation and debug of verification (LVS/DRC/ANTENNA etc.);
Expertise in standard layout practices such as layout matching, parasitic, noise, shielding, supply consideration, latch up and ESD:
- Experience with HV layout would be an advantage;
- Experience with precision electronics such as Amplifiers, Voltage references etc. would be an advantage.
Excellent planning and organizational skills;
Good interpersonal, communications skills and report generation;
Ability to work well in a global team environment.