Senior Analog IC Layout Engineer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Senior Analog IC Layout Engineer (Automotive): Leading the physical implementation of complex mixed-signal and power management integrated circuits for automotive power solutions with an accent on floorplanning and physical sign-off. Focus on driving layout execution from planning to tape-out, optimizing robustness, and ensuring compliance with semiconductor development methodologies.

Location: Seoul (Jung-gu), South Korea

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded and secure devices, focusing on automotive and industrial semiconductor products.

What you will do

• Lead the physical implementation of Analog and Mixed-Signal integrated circuits.
• Define and optimize floorplans for complex blocks and top-level assemblies.
• Drive layout activities throughout the entire lifecycle from planning through tape-out.
• Own and execute DRC, LVS, ERC, and physical sign-off activities.
• Coordinate layout activities with global Design, Verification, Package, and Test teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the improvement of layout methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or Microelectronics.
• Strong professional experience in Analog IC Layout development.
• Expertise with Cadence Virtuoso Layout environment.
• Experience with DRC/LVS sign-off methodologies.
• Solid understanding of CMOS, BCD, SOI, and Mixed-Signal design environments.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Nice to have

• Experience with Calibre, PVS, Quantus, StarRC, or equivalent EDA tools.
• Experience with automotive semiconductor products and High Voltage technologies.
• Proficiency in layout automation and scripting (SKILL, Python, TCL, or Shell).
• Previous technical leadership or mentoring experience.
• Interest in AI-assisted engineering and design productivity solutions.