Memory Mask Layout Designer

Company: QUALCOMM SEMICONDUCTORES Y SISTEMAS AVANZADOS DE BAJA CALIFORNIA

Job Area: Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Mask Layout Design

General Summary: Job Description

Job Summary: We are looking for a highly motivated SRAM Mask Layout Designer to join our custom memory design team. This entry-level position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies and gain hands-on experience in physical layout design for SRAM and other memory circuits.

Job Description:

• Assist in creating physical layouts for SRAM and custom memory blocks using industry-standard CAD tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso).
• Perform layout verification including DRC (Design Rule Check), LVS (Layout vs. Schematic), and ERC.
• Collaborate with circuit designers to ensure layout meets performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
• Maintain layout database utilizing Design Management software.
• Engage with the engineering design team to understand design concepts, constraints, and milestones. Concisely and accurately report design status to the layout and engineering team; track schedules.
• Proactively and independently solve design and PDK issues; clearly communicate solutions to the layout and engineering team.
• Work closely with circuit Designers/ Mask Layout Designers across global sites (such as the U.S., Taiwan and India)
• Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork; work efficiently as part of an international team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree/Certificate in computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Basic understanding of CMOS technology and IC design principles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• Understanding of parasitic effects and reliability considerations.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (SKILL, Python) for layout automation.
• Knowledge of advanced process nodes (e.g., FinFET, GAA) is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electronic Engineering, or related field.

OR

Associate's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related field and 2+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.

OR

High School diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of experience designing custom layouts in relevant domain (e.g., analog, mixed signal, RF, digital design), or related work experience.

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