Sandisk
Staff VLSI CAD Engineer
On-site · Milpitas, CA
About the role
Senior VLSI CAD Engineer We are looking for an experienced Senior VLSI CAD Engineer to drive design environment management and automation for Product and TEG chip development. This role is pivotal in developing and maintaining CAD workflows, creating automation scripts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve design efficiency.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design Automation and Methodology Establishment:
• Develop and maintain Virtuoso and Customer Compiler interfaces and utilities using the SKILL/Python/TCL/PERL languages.
• Develop, optimize and enhance the CAD automation and methodology scripts/programs.
• PCell/PDK Support:
• Create and maintain Parameterized Cells (PCell) to boost schematic/layout productivity.
• At least one year of SKILL programming to create the PCELLs.
• Design Rule & Verification Support:
• Develop and maintain Design Rule Checking (DRC) runsets using Calibre.
• Develop and maintain Layout vs. Schematic (LVS) runsets using ICV
• Cross-Team Collaboration & Troubleshooting:
• Work closely with IT teams and design engineers to manage layout data and resolve system issues.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for the CAD infrastructure.
• Communication:
• Communicate effectively with EDA vendors to leverage advanced methodologies and tools that benefit the project.
• Work closely with the design/layout teams to achieve project goals and meet schedules while fostering a collaborative environment.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
• Experience: 2 to 5 years in VLSI CAD development for semiconductor design is required. Experience in team management is highly advantageous.
• Programming & Scripting: Proficiency in SKILL, TCL/TK, Perl, Python, C/C++ and C-Shell scripting.
• EDA Tools: Familiarity with Virtuoso, Customer Compiler, Calibre, ICV, strRC, P&R, ERC, EM/IR, PrimeSIM, Spectre, HSPICE or the other Simulation tools, etc.
• AI/ML: AI/ML experience is a big plus.
PREFERRED:
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proven experience working in a cross-functional, collaborative environment.