Principal Engineer, Analog Layout (Analog)

TL;DR

Principal Engineer, Analog Layout (Analog/Semiconductors): Designing high-performance analog and mixed-signal macros for SERDES in deep nanometer Fin-FET technologies with an accent on block-level floor-planning and physical verification. Focus on optimizing for performance, area, and power while ensuring signal integrity and low-noise design.

Location: Reports to Santa Clara, CA. May telecommute.

Salary: $195,000 - $215,000 per year

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that serve as essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, AI, and carrier architectures.

What you will do

• Execute layout design for advanced SERDES and other analog/mixed-signal macros in deep nanometer-level Fin-FET technologies.
• Implement block-level floor-planning, power distribution networks, and clock and signal routing.
• Perform physical verification using DRC, LVS, and other Cadence tools to ensure first-pass silicon success.
• Collaborate with circuit design teams to optimize layout for performance, area, and power.
• Apply advanced layout techniques for signal integrity, device matching, and low-noise design.
• Lead and mentor junior layout designers, providing technical guidance and reviews for complex floorplans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience with layout design (RX, TX, PLL, ADC, DAC, or Inductors).
• 5+ years of experience leading physical layout of high-speed SERDES circuits in FinFET technologies (7nm and below).
• 4+ years of experience with Scripting and 7+ years executing parasitic extraction (PEX).
• 10+ years of experience in integrated chip manufacturing.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit packages.
• Collaborative, transparent, and inclusive work environment.
• Provision of tools and resources for professional growth and development.
• Flexible workstyle with telecommuting options available.