Lead Layout Designer

Location

Cedar Rapids, IA | United States

Job description

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time .

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We value open communication, mutual trust, and respect. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 72419 

Summary

Skyworks Cedar Rapids design center is seeking a Lead Layout Designer to aid in the layout and verification of integrated circuits.

When you join our team in Cedar Rapids, you’ll join a uniquely collaborative, multi-discipline engineering community who support each other working across our domestic design centers creating cutting edge products for global markets. You’ll be paired with a mentor to help support you as an integral part of a team responsible for designing custom parts. Skyworks is one of the most cutting edge and impactful players helping people connect across the globe. Cedar Rapids, IA is a vibrant city with low traffic, low cost of living, quality schools, and plenty to do in the form of great restaurants, sports, live music, theatre, hiking, biking and more! Cedar Rapids is consistently ranked as one of the country’s most affordable cities. Learn more about the fantastic Cedar Rapids lifestyle when you talk with our team! #LI-SG1

Job Responsibilities

• You will work closely with design engineers in the layout and verification of RF, analog and mixed signal integrated circuits for wireless consumer electronic products. 
• Position requires remote interfacing with domestic and international design engineering and layout teams, in multiple design centers, across multiple time zones.
• Layout of integrated circuits including the ability to place and route active and passive devices.
• Prepare layout data for release to foundry preferred.
• Use Calibre verification tool to perform layout vs. schematic (LVS).
• Perform design rule checks and read electrical schematics and netlist.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent a plus
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the layout of integrated circuits.
• Previous experience in the layout of LNAs preferred.
• Able to plan the placement of major circuit components in an overall physical design.
• Top level integration experience is also a plus.
• Previous experience in the preparation of layout data for release to foundry  preferred.
• Possess understanding of semiconductor processes like CMOS and SOI processes and how the physical layout can affect circuit performance of circuits like power amplifiers and switches.
• Proven experience and competent in using the following tools: Cadence and Calibre.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written.

The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD $110,600 - $210,600 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance. 

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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