Senior PDK Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior PDK/CAD Engineer with proven experience in EDA, CAD, and PDK development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analog design verification tools and a solid understanding of the challenges faced in analog and mixed-signal design environments.

This role offers the exciting challenge of a start-up environment, allowing you to really interact with different departments of the company, particularly with the software teams. We are also working on a wide scope of different process nodes which will give you the breadth of experience to get in involved with cutting edge semiconductor technology.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Develop, maintain, and support PDKs across various technology nodes and foundries (TSMC, GF, Samsung, etc.)

·       Write, debug, and maintain automation scripts (Python, Skill) to streamline design workflows

·       Provide support for analog design verification tools, including DRC, LVS, PEX, and Dummy Fill

·       Assist in diagnosing and resolving issues related to front-end simulations

·       Collaborate with design and verification teams to address analog design challenges

·       Ensure efficient version control and collaboration through Git and other file management tools

·       Contribute to the development and integration of CI/CD pipelines to support CAD flows

Requirements:

·       Proven experience in EDA/CAD/PDK development

·       Proficiency in Python and/or Skill programming languages

·       Strong experience with analog verification tools: DRC, LVS, PEX, Dummy Fill

·       Good understanding of front-end simulation environments and associated debugging

·       Practical knowledge of analog design constraints and best practices

·       Exposure to multiple PDKs across leading foundries such as TSMC, GlobalFoundries, Samsung, etc. (Advanced node experience is a strong plus)

·       Experience with automation workflows and maintaining robust scripting infrastructure

·       Proficiency with Git and version control best practices

·       Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline implementation and maintenance

Why Agile Analog?

·       Work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies

·       Be part of a highly collaborative and innovative engineering team

·       Flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation

What we offer in return:

As well as the opportunity to really play a pivotal part in our success, we offer:

·     A friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment

·     Flexible work hours to fit around your personal commitments

·     Hybrid working

·     Professional development and professional society membership

·     Company share options

·     25 days’ annual leave with the option to purchase additional days

·     Company pension scheme (with a salary sacrifice option)

·     Private health insurance (including optical and dental cover)

·     Life Assurance

·     Cycle-to-work scheme

·     Employee Assistance Programme – free wellbeing and health services

If the above role matches your experience, skills and motivations then we would love to hear from you.