PDK Developer

Company: Efficient Power Conversion
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: November 14, 2019

Job Description:

Develops, maintains, tests, and releases Process Development Kits to multiple design centers, for Analog ICs and discrete power transistors in GaN process technologies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Develops and maintains proprietary PDKs for the full design flow: Schematic Entry, Simulation, Layout, DRC, LVS, PEX, LVL, tape out. Develops and maintains symbols, pcells, callbacks, technology files, etc. Expertise in Open Access PDK format. Creating scripts to do complex functions. Apply formal release and version control best practices, to PDKs that are deployed to multiple design centers Working knowledge of IC design practices (schematics, basic circuit blocks, layouts). Understands, interprets, and accurately translates Design Rule Manuals and other documentation into PDKs. Works closely with device, process, circuit, layout, and modeling engineers to deliver highest quality PDKs, to achieve first mask success. Self"'driven and motivated to achieve schedules and commitments. Additional Responsibilities: Assemble and layout reticle fields for tape out, including scribe street structures, mask order forms, etc. Occasional layout design of product ICs & high power FETs. Assists users in setting up their EDA environment & configurations. System administration of Linux, NAS, and basic networks. Job Requirements: Understands and applies best practice, software engineering principles - not "coding" or "hacking". Writes code that is modular, reusable, correct by design, and easily understood. Able to identify and resolve ambiguous or conflicting technical requirements. Proficient with Red Hat Linux, Windows, Synology NAS, remote viewers (VNC, Exceed), and basic networking. Familiarity with server/client hardware & software environments. Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word. Fluent in English language and writing. Education/Experience: 3 years Analog PDK development. Minimum Bachelor degree, or equivalent, in a relevant subject area. Travel: Periodic car travel between El Segundo and Aliso Viejo (Orange County)

Keywords: Efficient Power Conversion, Pasadena , PDK Developer, IT / Software / Systems , Los Angeles, California