Highlights
Install, customize, and support Custom IC and RF CAD tools for the design of high-speed (10-40 Gb/s), broadband, mixed-signal integrated circuits for fiber-based wireline applications. Expertise in high-speed analog and mixed-signal IC design concepts, with superior critical thinking skills, problem-solving capabilities, and engineering judgment.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Sunnyvale, CA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
Description
Title: High-Speed Analog EDA/CAD Engineer
Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Hybrid
Type: Long-Term Contract
Year of experience : 5+ Years
Only W2 (No C2C/No Third Party)
Job Summary
Seeking an EDA/CAD Engineer to support SiGe and CMOS research and development and chip design.
The engineer must be an expert in analog and mixed-signal circuit design flows and tools. Tasks will include significant tool and PDK customization, including SKILL and PCELL coding, as well as design team support. The self-motivated engineer must be able to anticipate problems and devise effective solutions.
Responsibilities
- Install, customize, and support external vendor PDKs for both SiGe and CMOS processes.
- Install, customize, and support Custom IC and RF CAD tools for the design of high-speed (10-40 Gb/s), broadband, mixed-signal integrated circuits for fiber-based wireline applications.
- Execute and support layout efforts, including DRC/LVS user support, archive, and tapeout processes.
Minimum Expertise Requirements
Expertise in high-speed analog and mixed-signal IC design concepts, with superior critical thinking skills, problem-solving capabilities, and engineering judgment.
Fluency with analog EDA front-end and back-end tools, including:
Cadence Virtuoso, ADE, and Spectre.
Strong SKILL programming is a MUST.
Mentor Calibre, including end-user support and rule deck writing.
Detailed understanding of advanced high-speed analog and mixed-signal layout concepts.
Experience with FlexLM license management.
Strong UNIX/Linux knowledge.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ocean scripting and advanced modeling and simulation knowledge.
- Linux operating system support experience.
Minimum Experience Requirements
At least 5 years of experience working as a high-speed analog and mixed-signal IC CAD professional.
Experience with high-speed IC technologies, including CMOS and bipolar.
Experience configuring, documenting, and maintaining high-speed analog IC design flows is required.
Experience with transistor-level IC design and verification software, including:
Cadence Composer.
Cadence Virtuoso.
Cadence Spectre.
Virtuoso AMS.
Mentor Calibre.
SKILL programming language.
General understanding of digital physical design flows, including RTL coding, place and route, and DRC/LVS verification.
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About Company
For over two decades, Sharp Decisions has provided superior, award-winning service in strategic business and technology consulting services to government agencies at all levels, as well as domestic and global corporations. With subject matter expertise in Investment Banking, Finance, Healthcare, Media & Telecommunications, and Manufacturing, Sharp Decisions is well equipped to serve your needs.
Established in 1990 with headquarters in New York City, and locations in Princeton, Charlotte, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Europe and Canada, Sharp Decisions has been the technology backbone for a client portfolio that includes an array of well-known companies. As a Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise and approved vendor, Sharp Decisions offers a powerful, cost-effective advantage. We actively partner with other MBEs to add value and meet diversity program requirements.
Sharp Decisions is also committed to hiring and training post-9/11, tech-savvy U.S. armed forces veterans through our V.E.T.S.â„¢ (Vocation, Education and Training for Service members) Program, but we cannot do it alone. Companies like EmblemHealth, Freddie Mac and Experian have stepped up to bring aboard our highly qualified and skilled veterans. We need more companies like them to take a stand and bring our veterans aboard. Our clients have told us that our veterans are more effective than their college hires because two weeks on the job for them equates to 2-3 years of experience! Learn more at www.sharpdecisions.com/vetsprogram.