EDA CAD Engineer – High-Speed Analog & Mixed-Signal ASIC Design (36090)

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced EDA/CAD Engineer to support and develop SiGe and CMOS design solutions for a high-speed analog ASIC design team. The engineer will be hands-on with all phases of the tool flow, including PDK installation and support, tool installation and maintenance, layout support, schematic design and simulation support, design archiving, and tapeout. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in analog and mixed-signal circuit design flows and tools. Responsibilities will include significant tool and PDK customization, including SKILL and PCELL coding, as well as ongoing design team support. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, proactive in anticipating challenges, and capable of developing effective technical solutions. Key Responsibilities Install, customize, maintain, and support external vendor Process Design Kits (PDKs) for both SiGe and CMOS processes.Install, customize, and support Custom IC and RF CAD tools for designing high-speed (10–40 Gb/s), broadband, mixed-signal integrated circuits for fiber-based wireline applications.Support analog and mixed-signal schematic capture, simulation, verification, and physical layout activities.Develop and maintain customized EDA workflows, including SKILL scripting and PCELL development.Provide layout support, including Design Rule Checking (DRC), Layout Versus Schematic (LVS) verification, and rule deck maintenance.Support design archiving and tapeout processes.Troubleshoot CAD tools, PDKs, and design flow issues to ensure efficient engineering operations.Collaborate with design engineers to optimize design methodologies and workflows. Required Technical Expertise Expert knowledge of high-speed analog and mixed-signal IC design concepts.Strong critical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and engineering judgment.Advanced proficiency with analog EDA front-end and back-end tools, including:Cadence VirtuosoCadence ADECadence SpectreMentor Calibre (end-user support and rule deck development)Strong SKILL programming experience is mandatory.Detailed understanding of advanced high-speed analog and mixed-signal IC layout concepts.Experience with PCELL development and PDK customization.Experience with FlexLM license management.Strong UNIX/Linux knowledge. Preferred Qualifications Ocean scripting experience.Advanced modelling and simulation knowledge.Linux operating system administration and support experience. Professional Experience Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience as a high-speed analog and mixed-signal IC CAD professional.Experience working with high-speed IC technologies, including CMOS and bipolar processes.Demonstrated experience configuring, documenting, maintaining, and supporting high-speed analog IC design flows.Hands-on experience with transistor-level IC design and verification software, including:Cadence ComposerCadence VirtuosoCadence SpectreVirtuoso AMSMentor CalibreCadence SKILL programming languageGeneral understanding of digital physical design flows, including RTL coding, place and route, and DRC/LVS verification.Experience supporting engineering teams and troubleshooting complex CAD and EDA issues. Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree: 5+ years of relevant experience.Master's Degree: 4+ years of relevant experience.PhD: 3+ years of relevant experience. ,