Principal Layout Designer

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Date: Jun 13, 2025

Location: Singapore, 02, SG

Company: Skyworks

 

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. 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 creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. 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 can change the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID: 75614 

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Completes work through use of CAD layout software
  • Works closely with the engineer to provide high quality layout in a timely manner
  • Ability to do block level, macro level and top level; floor planning, assembly and verification
  • Experience working in multiple processes
  • Ability to lead peers/teams on complex blocks and top level
  • Communicates regular status updates
  • Takes on mentoring/leadership roles to promote high quality work of entire team
  • Ability to learn and evaluate new tool/features with little supervision and proactively share knowledge with peers
  • Ability to recognize common analog structures and floorplan blocks/”top level” utilizing best analog layout practices
  • Create and give presentations, write “how to” documents and training instructions for layout and engineering peers.
  • Recommends new/changes to policies, methodologies and established procedures 
  • Other duties as required.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 6+ years of experience in the layout of integrated circuits  
  • Strong understanding of basic electrical properties and principles
  • Strong familiarity with Cadence Virtuoso, Layout XL, SKILLCAD, Calibre and Unix
  • Intermediate to advance knowledge on skill programming / writing scripts a plus
  • Advanced knowledge of layout dependent effects with regarding to device and process matching techniques
  • Execution in Top Level assembly of Layout
  • Strong knowledge of Latch-up prevention
  • Strong knowledge of ESD protection schemes
  • Strong familiarity with P&R methods is a plus
  • Outstanding communication and verbal presentation skills
  • Previous experience in the preparation of layout data for release to foundry a plus

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.


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