Analog Layout Automation Engineer

Apple Inc

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On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
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$123,739–$218,000 / yr
Posted
141 days ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Analog Layout Automation Engineer

The Analog Layout Automation Engineer joins the Silicon Engineering Group to develop high-performance analog and mixed-signal circuits, including SerDes, PLLs, and sensors. This role involves converting design concepts into silicon by collaborating with circuit designers, reviewing floor plans, analyzing circuits, and resolving LVS, DRC, and ERC issues. A primary focus is driving automation through script development, workflow improvements, and the application of AI/ML techniques for layout optimization, verification acceleration, and data-driven insights. The candidate will utilize tools like Cadence Virtuoso and Innovus while leveraging programming languages including SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, and Python. Technical expertise in PyTorch, convolutional neural networks, and image processing is required to address complex physical integration challenges such as IR drop, RC delay, and electromigration within deep-submicron CMOS and FinFET technologies for next-generation systems-on-chip.

What you'll do

  • Convert design concepts into high-performance analog and mixed-signal layouts using advanced CAD tools.
  • Develop scripts in SKILL, Perl, TCL, or Python to automate layout tasks and workflows.
  • Apply AI/ML techniques to optimize layouts, accelerate verification, and provide data-driven design insights.
  • Resolve LVS, DRC, and ERC issues to ensure physical integrity of the silicon designs.
  • Perform floor planning, hierarchical layout assembly, and physical integration for complex circuits.
  • Implement automated quality checks and advanced modeling to reduce manual effort in the design process.
  • Analyze circuit requirements to ensure tight device matching, low noise, and low power consumption.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience designing analog and mixed-signal layouts in deep-submicron CMOS and FinFET technologies.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages including SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, and Python for layout automation and data analysis.
  • Knowledge of machine learning concepts such as CNNs, loss functions, backpropagation, and PyTorch for model development.
  • Experience automating layout tasks, workflows, and quality checks using CAD tools.
  • Proficiency in floor planning, hierarchical layout assembly, and physical integration.
  • Ability to interpret and resolve physical verification reports including DRC, ERC, and LVS.
  • Familiarity with advanced Cadence Virtuoso features and CAD automation workflows like PCell creation.

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