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Principal Layout Designer (I/O Layout Design - FPGA)

Microchip Technology Inc., San Jose, California, United States, 95199

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Microchip Technology Inc. Job Description

Microchip Technology Inc. has a Principal I/O Layout Design Engineer opening based in San Jose, CA. This engineer will be responsible for layout design, integration, and verification of complex analog circuitry (clocking, Rx, Tx) integrated into the I/O’s of the FPGA. Responsibilities

Layout complex analog circuits for GPIO, HSIO, high-speed DDR and other IO applications in advanced FinFET nodes. Collaborate closely with the design leads to understand the design requirements and implement them in layout to meet performance specs. Ownership of both I/O block level and top-level layout of complex I/O blocks to be integrated at chip top. Work closely with the I/O layout lead and ASIC team to optimize IO floor plan, placement and routing of power and critical signals. Run ERC, DRC, LVS and EMIR and other checks. The ability to customize DRC and LVS decks is a plus. Layout guidance and mentorship of junior engineers. Requirements/Qualifications

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering or Computer Science preferred. 8+ years of proven silicon mask design experience in design of high-speed IOs in multiple technology nodes. Familiarity with FinFet technology. Knowledgeable about industry standard tools like Virtuoso, skill scripting, Calibre, etc. Proven experience delivering multiple layout designs of complex macros like PLL, I/Os, SerDes to be integrated at SoC level. Experience in high-speed layout design techniques (DDRx, PCI-e, USB, MIPI). Demonstrated competency in scripting using skill, Python and Perl. Good analytical, oral and written communication skills. Able to write clean, readable presentations. Self-motivated, proactive team player. Ability to work to schedule requirements. Travel Time

0% - 25% Physical Attributes

Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others Physical Requirements

15% standing, 15% walking, 70% sitting, 100% In doors; Usual business hours Pay Range

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in California, is $70,000 - $163,000. This range is dependent on location, skills and experience. The compensation package includes base pay, restricted stock units, quarterly bonus, health benefits from day one, retirement savings plans, and an ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. EEO / Diversity

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equality employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster. To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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