Experienced AMS Analog Layout Engineer (f/m/d)

Summary

As a member of Apple’s Analog Mixed‑Signal layout team, you will be working on the newest technology nodes to build world‑class custom analog macros, IO’s, etc. This is a dynamic work environment with endless learning opportunities working in the AMS design team with members of integration, CAD, circuit and technology engineering.

As a Senior Layout Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in translating design concepts into silicon, collaborating closely with circuit designers, and leveraging sophisticated tools. Your work will involve crafting custom analog designs to optimize the performance of Apple's world‑class products. In this dynamic and innovative environment, you'll have endless learning opportunities while collaborating across dedicated multidisciplinary teams.

Description

Senior Layout Engineers are pivotal in delivering Analog Mixed‑Signal IP in a SOC flow. You will collaborate with teams of highly skilled individuals to develop the next generation of world‑leading SOCs. Your responsibilities include crafting sophisticated layouts for mixed‑signal and analog circuits, reviewing floorplans, and analyzing intricate circuits with circuit designers.

You’ll run complete sets of design verification tools, plan/schedule work, and coordinate vital layout tradeoffs. Interpretation of LVS, DRC, and ERC reports is key to finding the fastest way to complete the layout, exceeding engineering specifications and expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive years of experience in analog/mixed‑signal layout design, with expertise in deep
• submicron CMOS circuits and extensive years in FinFET technologies experience.
• Proficiency in SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, and/or Python programming/scripting.
• Familiar with Machine Learning and AI concepts.
• Track record in implementing analog layout designs, achieving optimal performance (eg.
• Matching, low noise, and low power consumption.
• Must recognise failure‑prone circuit and layout structures, have experience with analog and DFM best practices, and be able to identify the best approach to solving problems.
• High proficiency in custom and standard cell‑based floor‑planning and hierarchical layout assembly.
• Technical understanding of IR drop, RC delay, electromigration, self‑heating, and coupling
• capacitance.
• High proficiency in interpreting physical verification reports (DRC, ERC, LVS, etc.)
• Experience using Cadence Virtuoso's advanced features (XL, EAD, APR, and Constraint Manager)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with multi‑functional teams.
• Additional skill:
• Cadence Innovus
• CAD Automation experience
• PCell creation experience
• Proficiency in English language is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience
• Excellent knowledge of Mixed‑Signal and RF Integrated Circuits is helpful

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