Silicon Labs
Associate Staff CAD Engineer - Physical Verification
United States · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerSilicon Labs
- LocationUnited States
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more atwww.silabs.com.
Associate Staff CAD Engineer - Physical Verification
Austin, TX
Meet the Team
As part of the Central CAD group, the CAD Physical Verification (PV) team develops and supports Physical Verification decks, including DRC, antenna, dummy fill, LVS, and extraction. The team collaborates with internal stakeholders to collect specifications and develop decks such as PERC, float, density, and XOR from scratch. In addition, the team develops and automates flows and methodologies to improve quality, performance, and the user debug experience. The team also collaborates with vendors to debug and resolve tool issues and to evaluate new features and tools
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Responsibilities
Development of various physical verification rule decks like DRC, LVS and dummy fill
Conduct and drive impact analysis meetings with stakeholders for deck releases
Collaborate with CAD, ESD, design,layoutand foundry teams to obtain specifications for deck development.
Support design and layout teams to resolve any PV related issues during design development cycle
Conduct code reviews and create custom QA testcases tovalidatethe quality of rule decks.
Develop andmaintainPV flows and methodologies to improve quality and performance
Perform newtool/feature evaluations and benchmarks.
Work closely with external vendors to report and track bugs in the software
Skills You Will Need
10+ years of related professional experience with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering
Strongexpertisein developing and supporting DRC, antenna,densityanddummy fillrule decks usingCalibreSVRF or similar languages
Experience codingLVS,extractionand PERC rule decks is a plus
Proven ability to independently drive newphysicalverification flows and methodologies from specification through release and adoption
Demonstrated experience working closely with design and layout engineers to debug andresolve issues during development lifecycle
Working knowledge ofphysicalverification tools such asCalibreRVE,CalibreDRV, andvirtuosolayouteditor
Proficiencyin scripting languages includingperl,python, andshell to develop custom scripts and automation
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to collect initial specifications, support deck development, and lead deck impact analysis meetings
Ability to mentor junior engineers andprovidetechnical guidance across PV decks, flows, and methodologies
Strong attention to detail and the ability tooperateeffectively in high-stakes environments
Experience with artificial intelligence (AI) powered tools and technologies used to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making
Benefits & Perks
You can look forward to the following benefits:
Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans
Highly competitive salary
401k plan with match and Roth planoption
Equity rewards (RSUs)
Life/AD&D and disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Adoptionassistance
Back-Up childcare
Additionalbenefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)
Flexible PTO schedule
3 paid volunteer days per year
Charitable contribution match
Tuition reimbursement
Free downtown parking
Onsite gym
Monthly wellness offerings
Free snacks
Monthly company updates with our CEO
The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $124,600 - $231,400 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.
Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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- SeniorityLead / Principal
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