Lead Analog IC Layout Engineer

About the ATE Group

The Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) organization within Instrumentation delivers high-performance solutions that enable production testing of advanced electrical and electronic systems—from high-speed microprocessors to high-voltage EV battery modules. We partner closely with customers to define cutting-edge stimulus and measurement architectures, driving improvements in accuracy, energy efficiency, test time, and channel density to provide differentiated ATE capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the layout of complex blocks, including scheduling, floor planning, verification, and tapeout
• Develops solutions to complex problems requiring specialized expertise and in-depth analysis
• Acts as a primary technical resource for less experienced engineers
• Leads teams and complex projects with substantial business impact
• Influences across organizational boundaries to drive technical excellence
• Leads complex IC layout projects and mentors junior engineers
• Makes critical IC architecture design decisions that shape product development
• Performs advanced process evaluations and optimizations
• Develops layout methodologies and best practices that enhance team productivity and results

Must Have Skills

• Technical Leadership: Advanced technical expertise with recognized influence in the organization
• Expert-Level Design Skills: Expert-level proficiency in IC layout, architecture design, and process evaluation
• Collaboration: Capability to work with global teams and support creative and collaborative environments
• Process Innovation: Capability to develop and implement innovative layout methodologies that advance organizational capabilities

Preferred Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso, including strong VXL expertise
• Strong understanding of LVS, DRC, antenna checks, and associated verification/debug methodologies