About the role

AI summarised

Broadcom Central Engineering is seeking a CAD Engineer to develop and support Analog/Mixed Signal tool flows for advanced process nodes. The role involves hands-on support for design/layout issues, maintaining Calibre DRC/LVS decks, developing automation scripts, and collaborating with EDA vendors and foundry partners. Requires a Master's in EE or CS with 6+ years of EDA experience and strong programming and layout skills.

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Key Responsibilities

This individual will be hands-on, heavily involved in day-to-day support of design/layout issues and in addition, interact with EDA vendors, the PDK development and process technology teams to provide timely solutions, and develop, maintain, and support utilities to improve productivity
Help to update or maintain existing Calibre DRC/LVS decks for advanced FINFET nodes.
Define and create simple test cases and basic test structures to validate (QA) PV decks.
Create documentation and provide hands-on training for Design engineers as needed.
Support existing, develop new automation (perl/python) for implementation of small digital blocks using industry standard place and route tools.
Track and resolve tool and technology file issues by collaborating with foundry partners.
Engage with EDA and Foundry R&D teams on advanced node capability roadmaps, identifying new tools, developing evaluation criteria and processes, and championing their introduction and usage within the Broadcom design community.

Requirements

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science plus 6+ years of EDA experience.
Solid background in programming skills, layout, physical verification challenges and problems
User-level familiarity with related CAD Tools: Calibre, Virtuoso Layout.
Prior experience in RTL to GDSII flows is a plus
Background in layout design and technology knowledge to help solve challenges in layout, physical verification, and post-layout extraction.
Experience in all phases of CAD tools, including evaluation, QA, testing, release, user support, and documentation.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, along with strong multi-tasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team.